Deadline: Thu, 07/25/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Athens Clarke County Leisure Services/Sandy Creek Nature Center Job Field: Fisheries Forestry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Wildlife Job Type: Part Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens, GA Job Description: 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. Qualifications: 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. Miscellaneous: WORK SCHEDULE: 20 hours per week. 8:30 am-2:30 pm, Tuesday/Thursday or Wednesday/Friday and 8:30 am-5:30 pm Saturday. Can include some evening or Sunday work with notice. Salary: $15.60/hour, 20 hours per week Benefits: no benefits How to Apply: Apply online: https://www.accgov.com/jobs.aspx Posting is listed as Part-time Program Assistant/Sandy Creek Nature Center
