Temp- Turtle Outreach Position

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Excellent medical and dental plans

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Fort Lauderdale seeks passionate individuals for a Marine Turtle Conservation outreach position. This role involves conducting outreach efforts, presenting educational programs, and engaging with the community through various events and hatchling releases. Candidates must currently be part of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program and possess at least a high school diploma. Join to make a positive impact on conservation efforts in Broward County.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must already be an employee of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program.
• Biology or related science background preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach aligned with marine turtle conservation strategies.
• Present educational presentations to the public.
• Participate in local outreach events and hatchling releases.

Skills

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends

Must be able to work independently

Effective communication of conservation messages

Maintaining working relationships

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Biology or related science

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeast University! Nova Southeast University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not‑for‑profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeast University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco‑free university. We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeast University.

Primary Purpose

Conduct outreach in congruent with marine turtle conservation strategies outlined in the Marine Turtle Permit and Guidelines as set forth by FWC under the supervision of an FWC permitted Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation program administrator, Principal Investigator, or Project Manager. All applicants must already be an employee of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program in order to be considered. Temporary employment is of limited duration, and under the terms of NSU's benefits plan and policies, not eligible for company benefits.

Essential Job Functions

• Present an educational presentation to the general public
• Participate in local outreach events throughout the community including but not limited to table talks, school events, hatchling releases, and other events around Broward County
• Participate in public and private hatchling releases within Broward County

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Communicate messages of conservation effectively to members of the community
• Be able to communicate and maintain working relationships with all contracted staff, volunteers, County and Federal employees, and the general public at all times

Required Certifications/Licensures

Must be able to complete all required training modules for each component of beach monitoring activities

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required)

Biology or related science

Required Experience

Must already be an employee of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

No

Pre‑Employment Conditions

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southeast University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.