Wild Rivers Conservancy is currently recruiting applicants for a Seasonal Naturalist beginning in Spring of 2022.
The Riverway, one of the nation’s first wild and scenic rivers, is a National Park consisting of 255 river miles that flow through some of the most scenic and least developed country in the Upper Midwest. Learn more at: www.nps.gov/sacn.
Wild Rivers Conservancy is a nonprofit organization that works to inspire stewardship to forever ensure the rare ecological integrity of the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway. Learn more at: www.wildriversconservancy.org
Description of Position
This position is with Wild Rivers Conservancy and is supervised by the Community Engagement Coordinator. The Seasonal Naturalist will be responsible for learning and delivering K-12 environmental education programs and outdoor public programs to connect people to the Riverway and encourage stewardship of it for generations to come.
Major Duties
● Assist with the coordination and leading of Explore Wild Rivers public programs, such as kayaking, ice fishing, hiking, birding, and snowshoeing, among others.
● Assist in the delivery of Rivers Are Alive K-12 environmental education programs at schools and locations throughout the St. Croix River watershed.
● Work directly with organization volunteers and other program staff to deliver programs.
● Help maintain and care for program supplies and equipment.
● Assist with program tracking and evaluation, creation of curriculum materials, as needed, and pre and post program organizational tasks.
● Work with diverse partners, including local, state and federal government agencies, and nonprofit organizations throughout the watershed.
● Contribute positively to the team environment.
Skills Required
● Must be a US citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
● Experience working with a variety of audiences in formal and/or informal education settings.
● Excitement for the natural world and a demonstrated ability to share it with others