Naturalist

Salary: $17.65 - $25.00 Hourly
Location : MD 20851, MD
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 202500100
Department: Department of Recreation and Parks
Division: Croydon Creek Nature Center
Opening Date: 07/22/2025
Closing Date: 10/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Summary
Croydon Creek Nature Center is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Naturalist with knowledge of Maryland's native flora and fauna and experience developing and leading environmental education programs. This position also involves caring for and handling live native animals, including amphibians, turtles and snakes.
This is a year-round, part-time (non-benefitted) position starting in September. Hours will vary between 12-20 per week, depending on the needs of the center, and include working 3-5 weekend days per month.
Essential Job Functions
Under the direction of Nature Center supervisors, responsibilities include:

• Developing and conducting environmental education programs for school groups, scout groups, families and the general public
• Planning and leading at least two week-long summer day camps
• Assisting with daily care of live animals
• Performing administrative tasks such as program registration, payment processing and generating daily reports
• Cash handling
• Assisting with volunteer coordination and management
• Providing excellent customer service
• Learning and utilizing the City's computerized registration system
• Working independently and as part of a collaborative team of staff and volunteers to support the mission and daily operations of the Nature Center

Qualifications

• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer use
• Ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certifications (if not already certified)
• Valid driver's license preferred

Experience

• Demonstrated experience developing and leading environmental education or interpretive programs
• Experience caring for live animals preferred

Education
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, education or related field preferred
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What age groups are you interested in teaching:

• 5-7 years old
• 8-10 years old
• 11-14 years old
• Teens
• Adults

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Why do you want to work at Croydon Creek Nature Center?
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List any training, coursework, or experience you have related to native flora and fauna or teaching.
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What are your strongest skills as a naturalist?
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Do you have experience caring for live animals? If so, which kinds?
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Are you CPR/AED and First Aid certified? If yes, please provide the expiration date.
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Is there anything else you would like us to know?
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