Job Description
In partnership and collaboration with Rural Action and Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps, The Dawes Arboretum is actively recruiting two (2) high-energy,
Seasonal AmeriCorps Members to assist our Learning & Engagement department with summer programming efforts.
If you are passionate about The Arboretum’s mission and are a servant leader who sees the importance of educating others on the benefits that trees, plants, and wildlife have on our environment, we want to hear from you!
Seasonal AmeriCorps members will focus on assisting Arboretum staff with sessions of Camp Dawes, a summer day camp serving youth aged 6-14. The seasonal AmeriCorps members will help facilitate age-appropriate programming, games, crafts, and other recreational activities during camp sessions on topics such as nature, art, plants, trees, plant-insect interactions, environmental awareness, water, and more.
(Camp training will be provided.)
Other responsibilities include: - Assisting Learning & Engagement staff in leading all camp sessions.
- Assisting in implementation and creation of new engagement activities such as themed, regular Nature/Learning Walks, Wagon Tours, etc.
- Assisting Learning & Engagement Educators with Pop-Up exhibits.
- Serving as a naturalist at high traffic areas of interest to answer questions, point out interesting natural phenomena, and take interpretive/education materials (posters, activities, identification books, specimens, etc.) and include a wide range of materials to gain interest from people of all ages; adults, families, and children.
- Serving as a role model, and maintaining the health, safety, and welfare of the children attending Camp Dawes.
- Assist ing in Discovery Center activities and turtle care.
- Participating in training and conferences as necessary to increase knowledge and gain career networking opportunities.
Qualifications: - Applicants must have commitment to The Arboretum’s mission, core values, and policies; be enthusiastic, creative, industrious, responsible, punctual; and have a genuine love for children.
- Knowledge of MS Office software packages and general computer skills are required.
- An ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
- The position requires working with community members, volunteers and speaking in public settings.
- Candidates must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (including heat, cold, insects, etc.) and be able to carry 40 pounds.
- Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.
- Education or work experience in horticulture, natural resources, environmental education, interpretive education, or early childhood development is preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in the field of environmental studies, biology, natural resources, or another closely related degree program.
Schedule: Usual hours of service will be M-F during regular office hours of 8:00am-4:30pm. Members must also be able to serve flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Hours may fluctuate.
- Middle of May through middle of August
- Monday through Wednesday (Full days for Camp)
- Thursday or Friday
- One weekend day (half days)
Benefits and living allowances are provided through Rural Action. For more information on specific benefits offerings, please visit:
The Dawes Arboretum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at The Arboretum will be made without regard or consideration of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other protected status. The Dawes Arboretum values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Seasonal work, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,