Education Interpretive Naturalist

DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:

The Interpretive Naturalists will provide inspiring educational experiences through positive guest interactions, exhibit interpretation, animal interactions and programs.

POSITION AUTHORITY:

The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below.

POSITION GUIDELINES:

Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and details in the performance of job responsibilities.
QualificationsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide positive guest experiences by initiating interactions and answering questions
Staff interpretive stations in the Rainforest Pyramid, Aquarium Pyramid, and other special exhibits
Create a friendly and inviting atmosphere for our guests
Assist and participate in microphone and touch tank presentations as scheduled
Assist with guided tours of the attractions as scheduled
Assist with behind the scenes programs, including tours and Explore Some More, as scheduled
Assist with elementary, middle school and high school field trip programs as scheduled
Assist with birthday parties (seasonal and year-round themes) as scheduled
Assist with overnights as scheduled
Assist with workshops as scheduled
Assist with camps as scheduled
Assist with preschool programs as scheduled
Assist with on-property and off-property specials events and conferences, including but not limited to Home School Days, Ghostly Gardens, Easter in the Gardens, Art in the Gardens, media activities, member’s events, community festivals and school functions
Exhibit good teamwork and communication skills both within the Education Department and with other departments
Attend monthly department meetings and trainings as scheduled

Keep guest service and safety a priority
Wear assigned uniform
Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Student no less than 16 years old required
High school, college or work experience in a related topic preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must be reliable and responsible
Interest in marine biology, nature and science
Must be a team player with a willingness to work hard and a commitment to quality
Must be independent, reliable and able to work with little supervision
Able to retain large amounts of information
Excellent interpersonal skills and enthusiasm
Strong speaking voice; strong verbal communication and public speaking skills
Good rapport with children
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work around and with animals
Flexibility with scheduling; including Holidays and weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sufficient endurance to spend long periods of time (75% or more) in a stationary position conducting programs or staffing exhibit areas on a repetitive rotating schedule
Sufficient mobility to spend long periods of time (75% or more) traversing on tour or conducting programs on a repetitive rotating schedule
Ability to tolerate multiple climate change exposures throughout work habitat environments which include high humidity, heat, cold and outdoor conditions on a repetitive rotating schedule
Ability to maneuver up to 50 pounds