Naturalist - Buck Creek

Title: Naturalist (Buck Creek) - 20072679

Location: Springfield United States

Organization

: Natural Resources

Work Location: 

DNR Clark 

1976 Buck Creek Lane 

 Springfield 45502

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Clark County-Springfield

 Compensation: $22.96/hr.

Schedule

: Part-time

Work Hours: Varies (incl nights/wknds/holidays)

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

: Natural Resources

Technical Skills: Parks and Recreation

Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Presenting

Job Description:

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair.  We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

 

Job Description

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of part-time permanent Naturalist within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Buck Creek State Park in Clark County. The address is 1976 Buck Creek Lane Springfield, OH 45502. To learn more about Buck Creek State Park, please visit Buck Creek State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

This is a permanent part-time position budgeted for 1300 hours per fiscal year (approximately 25 hours per week). This position will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

What you will do…

• Develop, plan & conduct interpretive programs for the general public & special interest groups
• Perform public relations, marketing activities & advertisement of programs
• Build network of volunteers & coordinate related educational programs
• Provide care and daily maintenance of live animals
• Lead visitors on excursions in the park & waterways of the state making safety the highest priority
• Starting hourly pay of $22.96/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $27.92/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside exposed to weather, poisonous reptiles or infectious animal bites, & scratches & unpleasant odors.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*.

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in preparing &/or presenting educational materials concerning wildlife & plants; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; valid driver’s license. 

-Or completion of associate degree core coursework in natural sciences (e.g., biology, botany, zoology); valid driver’s license. 

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Naturalist Aide, 22540; valid driver’s license. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. 

Job Skills: Natural Resources

Technical Skills: Parks & Recreation

Professional Skills: Presenting, Customer Focus

Supplemental Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES:

Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position.  If you are applying for the same classification within a six-month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.

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ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.