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Assistant Naturalist - Environmental Center 

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About the Organization Traditional, hardworking, family-oriented - the cornerstones of Midwestern culture are alive and well, but there's something a little different about Kaukauna. Time-honored values are counterbalanced by an open-minded approach to problem-solving, identifying solutions, and planning for the future. While the city supports a simple life - sweet and uncomplicated - the door remains open for 'the simple life' to evolve with each generation.

Today, the City of Kaukauna is home to over 16,000 people with its own full-time Police, Fire and Rescue services and a municipally owned electric and water utility - Kaukauna Utilities. Kaukauna boasts a 350-acre Industrial Park Network, complete with rail and heavy truck access.

Beyond playgrounds, parks and trails, Kaukauna is a 'Bird City' with more than 450 acres of protected greenspace and popular public nature programming, including Eagle Days. Our proximity to the Fox River affords our residents with numerous recreational opportunities such as the Historic Grignon Mansion, the 1000 Islands Environmental Center, sports fields, a public swimming pool, and a public library.

City-sponsored events held in the Central Business District include a weekly outdoor music series - Live! from Hydro Park, Fox Firecracker 5k Run/Walk, and the Downtown Farmer's Market June through October. With such a variety of activities available, it should not come as a surprise that Kaukauna is also known as 'The Friendly City.'

 
Position Assistant Naturalist - Environmental Center  
Description

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Develop, coordinate and present public education and recreation programs.
  • Assist in the presentation of curriculum based programs.
  • Develop and manage the budget for public programs including preparing grant applications to supplement the program budget.
  • Procure of educational materials for Center programs.
  • Provide input in the development of Center curriculum based programs and interpretation materials.
  • Assist in developing marketing and public relations strategies and materials relative to public programs and the Center.
  • Complete administrative reporting documentation as required by the Director.
  • With site manager, provide monitoring and maintenance of Center aquariums, captive animals and taxidermy.
  • Train volunteers for program participation and animal husbandry.
  • Prepares material for submission to the Center's Cat-Tales
  • Assist in general operation of the Center during regular and after-hours operations as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Work hours are:

Tuesday - Friday: 9:00a.m. - 2:30p.m. (includes 1/2 hour unpaid lunch)

Saturday 10:00a.m. - 3:30p.m. once a month

 
Position Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work well with groups of all ages, volunteers and the general public.
  • Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, graphic design and presentation software. Familiarity with social media platforms desired.
  • Knowledge of local flora, fauna and ecosystems.
  • Bachelors or Associates degree in Environmental Education, Elementary Education (K-8), or Natural Sciences.
  • 1 year teaching experience or seasonal environmental interpretation experience.
  • Demonstrated presentation capability at grade levels K-8.

Direct supervisory responsibilities associated with this position include supervision of volunteers.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Shift Various Shifts  
Compensation $20.63 per hour  
Benefits Vacation, Sick Leave and Holiday Pay, Deferred Compensation Plan and Tuition Reimbursement  
Open Date 5/15/2018  
Close Date 5/29/2018  
 

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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