Public Program Coordinator / Naturalist

Position Type: Full Time, Salaried

Benefits: Paid Time Off, Retirement, Health Insurance

The Public Program Coordinator / Naturalist of the Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve leads all aspects of public programming and provides the professional expertise and leadership to accomplish the Preserve’s mission of connecting all people with nature. This position reports to the Executive Director of the Bubolz Nature Preserve, a publicly supported charity.

The responsibilities of the Public Program Coordinator / Naturalist include, but are not limited to:

• Developing, scheduling and presenting ongoing opportunities for public programming, special events and community outreach
• Coordinating, scheduling and leading corporate team-building programs and appreciation events
• Collaborating with community partners to design and implement programs focusing on environment, overall wellness and stewardship
• Overseeing and expanding the preserve’s summer and winter camps; including development, planning, scheduling and execution of each series
• Performing outreach to promote public programs and events; including direct contact with live media sources (tv & radio) and coordinating with preserve marketing staff to design a variety of promotional materials
• Working with the School Program Coordinator to execute the recruitment, training, scheduling, evaluation of and development of teacher/naturalists and volunteers in all program areas
• Working with Executive Director to plan and conduct research activities related to the ecosystems of the Preserve and present the findings for educational purposes and to promote the Preserve as a significant ecological area
• Contributing to the budget process by identify funding opportunities and seeking funds through grant proposals and partner projects in environmental education, research, land management, special events, and operations
• Providing outstanding customer service through visitor contact both in person and on the phone
• Performing general maintenance as needed and all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Associate’s Degree in environmental sciences or education
• Two+ years of work experience in environmental education or related field
• Experience working in a not-for-profit environment, preferably one with an environmental or educational background a plus
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organization skills required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and work under pressure
• Upbeat, energetic and positive attitude
• Highly motivated, personable, articulate and diplomatic
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with both external visitors and internal staff
• Strong ability to work independently, yet enthusiastic to be part of a team
• Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate regular evening and weekend hours
• Possess a valid WI Driver’s License with a good driving record
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds at least 100’ and work on ladders up to 15’
• A passion for the outdoors and ultimately the preserve’s mission
• The ability to effectively communicate the preserve’s mission and purpose and interpret the natural features of the preserve