Senior Naturalist - French Creek Nature Center

Description

The position of Senior Naturalist requires practical and supervisory experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a diverse range of educational and recreational programs related to the natural and cultural history of Lorain County. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Natural Resources, Biology, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Five or more years of experience in the above fields, or equivalent, is required.

INTERNAL POSTING DATES: Thursday, January 29 through Monday, February 9, 2026

PAY RATE: $37,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should apply and submit a resume by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026.

Requirements

The Senior Naturalist requires experience in developing, assigning, adjusting, requesting, implementing, and evaluating an assigned budget. The position requires experience in the scheduling, supervising, assigning, hiring, training, and evaluation of full-time, part-time, seasonal, and volunteer staff. Practical and supervisory experience is also necessary for developing and fabricating temporary and permanent displays and exhibits; as is knowledge and experience with captive wild animal care – including, but not limited to, local amphibians, reptiles, and birds – with emphasis on care, handling, and programming of raptors.

Facility set-up and maintenance duties are also required. The position additionally requires outstanding oral and written communication skills and courteous and professional ability in working with large and diverse groups of people. Experience assisting with public inquiries is a must. The position also performs related duties as apparent and assigned.

Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license. New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal opportunity employer.