Fish Hatchery Education Assistant

Job Description

Provide educational programs for the public and school groups including hatchery tours, fishing, and a wide variety of other program topics at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center. Assist in the preparation of materials for educational programs. Interpret hiking trails for daily visitors, provide daily customer service for visitors on a variety of on-site and statewide conservation topics, and maintain exhibits, displays and daily upkeep of visitor center. Other duties as assigned. 

• Location: Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center, 34270 County Road 652, Mattawan, MI 49071
• Duration: Positions are available late summer through fall.
• Work hours:  14-16 hours per week on weekends.
• Wage: Starts at $15/hour

Qualifications

Preferred completion of some coursework and or related experience in education, science education, fisheries & wildlife, environmental education, interpretation, conservation, or biology related field; strong personal commitment to natural resources education; some knowledge of Michigan fish; willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays; ability to work with a variety of age groups; must be creative, flexible, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.