- Agency
- Environment for the Americas
- Location
- Ketchum, ID.
- Job Category
- Internships
- Salary
- $650 per week + $1000 monthly for housing
- Start Date
- 06/12/2023
- Last Date to Apply
- 03/24/2023
- Website
- https://environmentamericas.org/job/interpretive-education-assistant-onsite-ketchum-id/
- Description
- Be in the company of wild things and rugged landscapes! Join our educational staff for an exciting experience with the Forest Service in a beautiful mountain setting within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA). The chosen naturalist will complete research, develop and present natural and cultural walks, talks and campfire programs for diverse groups of visiting youth and adults, including wilderness education (Leave No Trace) in the outdoors. One or two times a week, the candidate will dispense recreation information to the public at a Visitor Center. S/he will attend team meetings and staff orientations to become familiar with the Forest Service and specific SNRA goals and receive on the job training.
- Qualifications
- A desire to serve and promote public land stewardship and an ethic of service. Communicate and interact in a positive, professional manner with various populations such as: project partner(s), colleagues, community volunteers, youth, and the general public. A commitment to the goals of the US Forest Service and to the full term of service. An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual able to work with diverse groups of people. Work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. Valid driver’s license and good driving record as required for position. Must successfully pass a fingerprint criminal history background check provided. U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident. Possession of a college degree, or near completion with a background in education or interpretation. Qualifications: Upper level or recent graduate with formal or informal experience in teaching, communications, wildlife biology, natural resources, or a related field preferred. Strongly prefer experience developing and conducting inquiry- based programs Prefer experience correlating programs with national and state educational standards. Prefer experience working with the general public and children in indoor and outdoor settings. Excellent written, oral communication and computer skills. Spanish speaking is a plus, but not required.
- Contact Person
- Vincent Jones
