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Education & Stewardship Assistant, Summer Block Island Program

Become a force for nature and a healthy planet by joining the Block Island team this summer! The work of this position will help to protect and preserve Block Island’s critical habitats and educate residents and visitors on its importance. This is a seasonal position, starting June 8 through August 28, 2020. There are four full-time positions, housing may be available.
 
We are looking for Education & Stewardship Assistants with strong leadership and communication skills to join our team to lead our summer nature programs and walks. This position works closely with the Block Island staff and is responsible for a variety of stewardship activities in addition to public outreach.  The candidate will lead nature walks, monitor preserves, maintain walking trails, staff the visitor center and assist in biological monitoring and other scientific activities. We appreciate collaborative approaches and encourage innovative ideas and recommendations. The ideal candidate will have a background and track record that includes:

Minimum Qualifications
• A High School Diploma and 1 year of experience
• Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people

Preferred Qualifications
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to deal with the general public in a friendly, outgoing & professional manner.
• Knowledge of Block Island community preferred.
• Knowledge of natural sciences, ornithology and/or botany skills.
• Ability to perform trail maintenance and remove invasive plants.

If you have a personal passion for conserving and protecting the natural world with a belief in the mission, principles, and values of The Nature Conservancy’s approach to conservation, and want to receive great benefit. Submit your cover letter and resume for position number 48304 by 11:59 p.m ET on January 31, 2020. Please note that the position will be located on Block Island, RI.
 
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all genders, diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.