PT Nature Staff - Camp Counselor

Location:

2000-1 E 151st Street - Carmel, Indiana, 46033

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010.  Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”.  Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

POSITION:  Camp Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation

WORK SCHEDULE: As Assigned

STATUS:  Part-time/Seasonal

FLSA STATUS:  Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE: $11.50 per hour

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily.  The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Hamilton County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Camp Counselor for Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Department, responsible for assisting in developing, coordinating, and supervising nature related programs and maintaining Cool Creek Nature Center.   

DUTIES:

Assists volunteers, including, assisting in coordinating, training, delegating in nature areas and activities, in the greenhouse and gift shop.

Serves as staff member performing duties such as opening and closing the Nature Center and greenhouse, delegating work assignments, greeting visitors, answering questions, and providing information and assistance.

Assists in assembling exhibits, collections, displays, and materials for Nature Center.

Implements day camp programs, exhibits, classes, and various environmental programs for the Nature Center. Assists scheduled guest speakers and instructors for classes and programs during events.

Assists with managing gift shop, including stocking and selling items, assisting patrons, and assisting personnel and volunteers. Maintains daily log.

Develops and coordinates nature programs and activities, including leading nature hikes and bird walks, interpreting information for participants, conducting animal talks, and puppet shows, and public speaking presentations.

Maintains the greenhouse and related inside exhibits. Conducts vegetation and wildlife studies at the park to be used in nature programs. Maintains prairie and garden, periodically removing weeds around signage and removing litter.

Maintains various document files, and prepares periodic reports as required.

Organizes activities, games, songs, and provides refreshments for programs.

Assists in renting of the Nature Center and shelters for events and parties.

Assists with animal husbandry related to animals in the Nature Center, such as feeding, cleaning, and care as needed.

Serves as staff member for janitorial duties at Nature Center and greenhouse.

Performs related duties as assigned.

I.  JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department policies, procedures, guidelines, park rules and organizational methodologies.

Working knowledge of park wildlife, vegetation, and environmental education, and ability to assist in preparing and presenting appropriate educational programs, materials, activities, and exhibits.

Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to prepare correspondence, documents, and detailed reports as required.

Knowledge of and ability to perform outdoor education, naturalist interpretations, policies, procedures, guidelines, programs, and using and monitoring safety precautions on park grounds. 

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, schools, vendors, volunteers, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

Ability to assist with volunteer workers, including assisting in coordinating, training, delegating, in nature areas and activities, in the greenhouse and gift shop.

Ability to properly operate standard office equipment, including computer, pri