REPORTS TO: Program Leader/ Program Specialist/Facility Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-­Exempt
CLASSIFICATION: Part-time/No Benefits Serves at the discretion of the Department Director.
PAY GRADE: 103
SAFETY SENSITIVE: No
Purpose of Job The purpose of this position is to serve as an assistant to the full-time nature center staff.  This position implements environmental educational programs for schools, groups, camps, and public programming. Also assists center staff with special events, programs, center operations, and trail/center maintenance as needed.  Leads educational birthday party programs on weekends at Sandy Creek Nature Center. Interacts with visitors and program participants, assists with customer requests, and presents educational programs utilizing the nature center’s live animal collection and other educational materials.  Animal handling and husbandry duties are required. Can serve as a course credit internship if desired.
Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE : 20 hours per week. Tuesday-Saturdays, Two weekdays 8:30 am to 2:30 pm; Saturdays, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, occasional Monday, Sundays or evenings with notice.
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
Responsible for a clean and safe work environment.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.
Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Previous experience in any of the following areas:  working with animals, leading programs or activities with children, docent or other similar type of experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must possess current first aid and be able to obtain CPR certifications within 60 days of employment.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Plans and instructs programs and parties at assigned facilities.
Completes in-house training with center staff on animal care and handling, public & school programs and center operations.
Resolves problems that may arise in a proactive and professional manner.
Regularly monitors and inspects program areas, indoors and outdoors, to ensure safety of the patrons, activities and the facility.
Inventories and maintains program equipment and supplies.
Assists with problems the public may encounter while attending a program.
Assists with set-up and breakdown of various areas for parties, events and programs.
Enforces rules and regulations and ensures safety of all patrons and personal property.
Follows all animal care standards and practices as established by Sandy Creek Nature Center.
Performs other duties as assigned.
$15.6 per HOUR Employment Type: Part-Time