Environmental Educator

4 weeks ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States Santa Barbara Zoo Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Educator to join our team at the Santa Barbara Zoo. As a key member of our education department, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and interactive educational programs to visitors of all ages.

Key Responsibilities
  • Presents educational programs for guests focused on the environment, animals, conservation, and zoos in a fun, creative and hands-on manner.
  • Interacts constantly with guests and staff to create a rewarding experience.
  • Ensures proper and timely cleanup of the areas used for educational programs.
  • Maintains a professional appearance and attitude at all times as a representative of the Zoo.
  • Prepares various educational materials for programs.
  • Maintains the inventory of educational supplies and requests needed supplies.
  • Prepares required records and reports as needed.
  • Coordinates with other departments at the Zoo for animal encounters and programming needs behind-the-scenes.
  • Develops and leads or coordinates any special program requests as required.
  • Arrives on time for scheduled shifts, properly dressed and ready to begin work.
  • Monitors activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures to protect the environment, guests and to maintain order.
  • Responds to all guest inquiries, complaints, and comments according to Zoo guest relations procedures.
  • Responds to health and welfare issues of guests.
  • Distributes program evaluations to guests, collects evaluations, and submits them to supervisor for analysis of program effectiveness and quality.
Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years of college coursework in life sciences, zoology, education or environmental sciences or equivalent experience preferred.
  • BA in Education, Environmental Studies, Life Sciences, Zoology, or Biology preferred, but not required.
  • Minimum of 6 months experience in informal presentations.
Working Conditions

This is a part-time, seasonal position that requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. The successful candidate must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and 10 or fewer pounds frequently. Ability to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly push, pull or otherwise move objects. Ability to run, kneel, sit on the ground/floor, squat, and stand for long periods of time. Must be available to work overnight. Involves walking out-of-doors in all weather conditions.


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