Seasonal Educator

This position is mainly a public education position that includes general maintenance of the Blue Ocean Discovery Center building and exhibits. This position is ideal for high school or college students seeking experience in environmental education or marine biology-related fields.
Part-time and Full-time positions are available!

General Responsibilities:

• Educate guests on Gulf of Maine species, environmental issues, and solutions.
• Facilitate proper animal handling and respectful behavior at the touch tank
• Assist in animal care duties such as feeding and tank cleaning
• Maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the Blue Ocean Discovery Center (BODC) exhibits and staff space
• Work as a member of the BODC team
• Assist in beach cleanups as needed and pass out supplies to visitors

Qualifications:

• Experience working with the public and/or children
• Must be at least 16 years of age and have reliable transportation
• Must have taken at least basic biology courses; marine biology courses are a plus.
• Familiarity with Gulf of Maine marine species, marine mammals, and intertidal organisms
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to follow specific instructions
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Must be enthusiastic, flexible, self-motivated, and with a positive attitude

Schedule Requirements:

• Must be available from the first week in June until the end of August
• The ability to work weekends and summer holidays are a must

Physical Requirements

• It may be necessary to lift and move supplies as heavy as 40 pounds.
• You will be standing and walking for long periods of time
• At times, you will be working outside in less-than-ideal weather (wind, rain)