Senior Assistant Naturalist (Park Aide) (Summer Seasonal)
Ramsey County
Basic Function
- Ramsey County is hiring multiple Senior Assistant Naturalists for the summer!
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with Tamarack Nature Center’s summer day camp program. Work as a youth leader, demonstrating leadership skills while assisting campers, summer naturalists, and youth volunteers. Duties may include leading activities, games, or projects as directed by summer naturalists. Able to work and spend 75-85% of time outside, which may include canoeing and hiking. Participation in training and orientation is required.
Season and Time Commitment
Are available to work scheduled weekdays from early June 13th- August 15th.
Work hours can vary. Mainly, M-Th from 8am-5pm and F from 8am-4pm.
˜40-45hrs/week.
Off on June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
Off on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Required Dates
Training: June 13th, 17th, 18th, & 20th from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Safety Training: June 16th from 8:00am-4:30pm (if you need First Aid/CPR certification) or 8:00am-12:00pm (if you already have First Aid/CPR certification).
JAN BBQ: Thursday, August 7th from 4:00-7:30pm.
Wrap Up Day: Friday, August 15th 8:00am-4:00pm.
Please Note: This job posting is being conducted to fill temporary (not to exceed 6 months in length) appointments. The number of hours worked per week and shifts may vary. Applicants chosen for hire from this process will not gain rights or preference for other permanent, Ramsey County jobs. This posting will remain open for application until filled. Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.Please submit a cover letter, resume, and complete the supplemental questions.
Examples of Work Performed
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Senior Assistant Naturalist - Summer Seasonal Assignment:
1. Working with ages 3 years old up to 13 years old
2. Assist summer camp naturalists in plan camp weeks with summer Naturalists
3. Prepare supplies and materials for upcoming camp week
4. Lead activities, games, and projects directed by summer Naturalists
5. Contribute to the general operation of facilities by keeping the public areas and workspaces clean and well maintained; set up and take down equipment for camp related activities and events
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Minimum Qualifications
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Education: Sufficient to perform the duties.
Experience: None.
Preferred Experience: None. Preferred that applicants are excited to work with kids, demonstrate strong leadership skills, role model respective behavior to campers, and have had two years’ experience as a Junior Assistant Naturalist volunteer at Tamarack or equivalent experience.
Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other: Must be 16 years of age.
Exam/Screening Process Information
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This is a temporary, at-will position. This position requires an open screening and selection process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration on an ongoing basis until all positions have been filled.
Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:
Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."
Criminal Background Checks:
All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
E-Verify Participation:
Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.
Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.
It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you can print a paper application for this posting by clicking Paper Application (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader). To apply with a paper application, you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
For further information regarding this posting, please contact: Lindsey.Hunter@co.ramsey.mn.us