\n
Are you passionate about science education and enjoy our desert habitats? Join us as a Naturalist at the Desert Tortoise Research Natural Area (DTRNA)! The Desert Tortoise Preserve Committee, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Naturalist for the DTRNA from March until early June 2021. Areas of responsibility include:<\/p>\n
\n- Interpretative services<\/strong>\u00a0including greeting and interacting with visitors including, but not limited to, scheduled and unscheduled nature walks, presentations, and other educational activities; knowledge of desert ecology or willingness to learn; knowledge of organizations responsible for the DTRNA including the DTPC and the Bureau of Land Management; willingness to educate visitors about desert wildlife and the appropriate behavior and interaction with wildlife at the DTRNA.<\/li>\n
- Data collection and reporting<\/strong>\u00a0including maintenance of a visitor log, wildlife sightings, and daily activities; assistance in DTPC data collection including but not limited to wildlife and plant ecology, and land monitoring efforts (where applicable); maintenance of sales log from merchandise sales; preparation of a weekly reports to the Preserve Manager summarizing visitors, activities, and other issues encountered; weekly reports to the treasurer outlining merchandise sales.<\/li>\n
- Assistance with DTPC activities and programs<\/strong>\u00a0including assisting the Preserve Manager or volunteers in guided tours, stewardship activities, and land survey tasks; assistance with other educational tasks as required.<\/li>\n
- Site Maintenance<\/strong>\u00a0including keeping the office area of the motor home clean and tidy; keeping the parking area and vicinity clean of all incidental trash; daily checking of the toilet and kiosk area for rattlesnakes, black widow and recluse spiders; light trail maintenance where needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Preferred Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a diversity of interest groups, public and private agencies, and members of the general public<\/li>\n
- Demonstrated professional and\/or educational commitment to environmental conservation, public outreach, and\/or scientific research<\/li>\n
- Ability to live on-site in the DTPC\u2019s motor home at the Desert Tortoise Research and Natural Area, Kern County, California during the term of employment<\/li>\n
- Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and incorporate information into Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets, Microsoft Access database, and Microsoft Word<\/li>\n
- Basic understanding and ability to administer first-aid<\/li>\n
- Possessing and maintaining a valid state driver\u2019s license.<\/li>\n
- Exceptional recommendations from professional, educational, and personal references<\/li>\n
- Having and maintaining eligibility to work in the United States pursuant to federal law, along with submission of employment eligibility documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Location:<\/strong>\u00a0The Naturalist will be stationed at the DTRNA just outside of California City, CA. California City proper is approximately file miles away from the DTRNA, and is a small town that has several restaurants, a library, and grocery stores.<\/p>\nCompensation and Timeline:<\/strong>\u00a0The timeline of work is from March to early June 2021. While the start and end dates are flexible, the preferred start date is prior to March 14. This is a full-time 40 hour\/week position. The Naturalist is expected to be on site Tuesday through Saturday during operating hours (8 am to 5 pm). Compensation is $19.75\/hour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n