Nature Interpreter (Clerk 2) Hiring Pool, Casual Opportunities

                                                                                                           

 

Competition # : 47503 

Department: Natural Resources

Location: SHUBENACADIE

Type of Employment: Casual

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG 

Closing Date: 02-Dec-25  (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Hiring Pool

 

This competition is being leveraged to fill part-time casual vacancies (schedule will be less than 40% of regular hours). 

About Us

  Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources & Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.   The Shubenacadie Wildlife Park is one of Nova Scotia’s top tourist destinations and has attracted millions of visitors over the past 70 years. The 331 hectare park has enchanted Nova Scotians and visitors alike and provides a wide range of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities.

About Our Opportunity

 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Nature Interpreter to join our team. You will have the opportunity to engage and educate our visitors by preparing and delivering presentations for nature education programs.  Our programs are for everyone from students, youth, community groups and the general public. The topics are related to wildlife, habitats, and conservation. You will also help develop and deliver of a full range of interpretive programs and related materials.

Primary Accountabilities

  In this role, you will need to communicate effectively with people of all ages about the Wildlife Park and Ducks Unlimited programs and mandates. You will be working outdoors in various weather conditions and must be comfortable to lead walks, hikes and wetland exploration programs.  You are also responsible for facility upkeep and administrative work relating to the position. You will also assist with: 

• Youth camp programs;
• Care and cleaning of displays;
• Critter care and collection;
• Retail duties in the gift store;
• Collecting fees for admission, events, education groups, and tours;
• Maintenance requirements for trails and facilities (such as daily cleaning of washrooms, washing windows, vacuuming, weeding, trail checks and other related duties); and,
• Visitor Services activities and special events

This position reports to the Park Education Supervisor.   If you enjoy interacting with and educating people of all ages and backgrounds, and are as passionate about our provincial wildlife as we are, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! 

Qualifications and Experience

  As the successful candidate you have:

• graduated from high school;
• have three (3) years of related experience;
• Class 5 driver’s licence.

 

Please note that checks required in the recruitment process will include a criminal background and vulnerable sector check, and child abuse registry check. 

 

Related experience may include providing nature education programs to groups, working at a wildlife park or zoo, and conservation/wildlife work. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.   You can effectively research, check, and pull together information from reputable sources on topics such as wildlife, habitats, and conservation. You have demonstrated organizational, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills and the ability to deliver engaging programs to a diverse audience in a clear and entertaining way.  You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Additionally, you must have good working knowledge of computers and standard office software such as word processing, spreadsheet and email.