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Salary- $15.00/hour, approximately 35 hours/week
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
• Background in science, natural resources, conservation, or environmental education.
• Experience in ecological restoration through coursework, volunteering, or in a professional
setting.
• Experience connecting with teens or other age group, preferably in an outdoor setting.
• Passion for environmental stewardship and youth engagement.
• Interpersonal skills that lead to strong, trusting relationships.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Desire to learn new things.
• Attention to detail, patience, and reliability.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle to travel to site locations. Mileage reimbursement will be
provided.
• A cell phone.
• This position requires regular walking on uneven ground, stooping, crouching, using hand tools,
and the ability to lift 30 pounds.
Preferred:
• Familiarity with Pacific Northwest ecosystems.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations and volunteers.
• Experience evaluating education programs.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
• Exposure to careers and professionals related to natural resources, environmental education,
conservation, ecological restoration, land management, and communications
• Familiarity with local conservation and land management priorities and practices
• Native plant identification skills and ecological knowledge
• Experience delivering safe and effective lessons to a teen audience in the field, including the use
of tools for restoration projects
• Experience collaborating with CLT staff and volunteers, as well as partner organizations, and
teachers
• Relevant career skills such as public speaking, group and time management, and writing
• Map competency using technology
• Experience in fostering a positive team atmosphere and build trusting relationships with teens
• Practice using wildlife cameras to monitor wildlife
• First aid and CPR certification
• Experience developing social media content
• Frequent feedback and coaching to support your growth