[SEMCO] Job Posting: Seasonal Naturalist: Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

[Christine Harris Bates]

Seasonal Naturalist
Location: South Wellfleet, MA
Sanctuary: Wellfleet Bay
We are seeking an experienced birder and enthusiastic environmental educator to join our staff as a Seasonal Naturalist. Mass Audubon's Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is a 1,100-acre coastal sanctuary on Cape Cod. Seasonal naturalists lead informative natural history field walks and programs for adults and families at our sanctuary; conduct birding trips, marine life cruises, and other wildlife tours at off-site locations including within the Cape Cod National Seashore; and provide visitor information and general interpretation of the sanctuary and coastal community. Depending upon the candidate's experience, the Seasonal Naturalist will lead kayak trips in coastal bays and marshes.
Qualifications

  *   Successful candidates must have (or be working towards) a Bachelor's Degree in biology, wildlife biology, environmental studies or a related field; strong background in field identification of birds (especially shorebirds); and knowledge of basic principles of ecology and natural history;
  *   Knowledge of marine biology and coastal ecosystems is preferred;
  *   American Red Cross certification in basic first aid, CPR, and small craft safety is preferred (or willingness to obtain);
  *   Must have a valid driver's license
  *   Must a pass a background records check (CORI, SORI and driver's).
Compensation and Benefits
Rate of pay $12.00/hr, 30-40 hours/week. Shared housing may be available at $35 per week.
Additional Comments
Period of employment is June 20-September 4, 2016, with potential opportunity to begin earlier in May as an Environmental Educator leading school groups, if qualified and interested.
How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to:
Melissa Lowe - Education Coordinator
mlowe at massaudubon.org<mailto:mlowe at massaudubon.org>
Job# 2686

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