An announcement from the San Antonio Botanical Gardens:

Seasonal Interpreter Position (Contract)

• General Position Description: Under the direction of the Education Director at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, the Seasonal Interpreter is responsible for developing and implementing 6 monthly children’s programs (March, April, May, September, October, and November) and 5 summer camps (Little Sprouts, ages 3-5, June 7-11, Junior Naturalist, ages 6-8 June 14-18, Junior Gardener, ages 6-8, June 21-25, Junior Naturalists, ages 9-12, July 12-16, and Junior Gardener, ages 9-12, July 19-23). Researches, develops, implements, and evaluates interpretive programs, including but not limited to: exhibits, tours, school programs, guided walks, special events, training workshops and seminars based on the mission of the Botanical Garden. Assists with the volunteer program. Prepares reports, maintains administrative and interpretive files and assists with visitors service needs. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all San Antonio Botanical Society and City of San Antonio rules, regulations, and procedures. This is a temporary seasonal at-will position which serves at the will of the employer and does not include recall rights or benefits (other than those mandated by governmental laws). This position will expire at the time employment is ended for the season and the employee does not have recall rights to this or any other position in the future. Specifically, the Society is under no obligation to hire the individual in subsequent seasons. The number of weeks and hours worked may vary as park needs dictate. Additional information will be provided upon employment.
• Working Conditions: (1) Flexible schedule, seasonal contract not to exceed $7,500 (500 hours at the rate of $15/hour). (2) Duties require outdoor work in all types of weather; (3) Non-smoking work environment in all buildings and vehicles.
• Physical Skills: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Acceptable Substitutions: One year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours. (Bachelor’s degree with no experience required; or 90 college credit hours with one year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs; or 60 college credit hours with two years of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs; or 30 college credit hours with three years of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs; or no college credit hours with four years of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs). Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following areas: Agriculture, Horticulture, Botany, Forestry, Biology, Education, Park Administration, Recreation & Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Range Management, Anthropology/Archeology, History, or closely related field.
• Experience: One year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs. Preferred Qualifications: (1) Experience working with the public; (2) Customer service experience;
• License/Certifications: Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license. NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.
• Selection Criteria:
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (1) Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management; (2) Knowledge of special event planning and implementation; (3) Knowledge of general maintenance techniques; (4) Skill in effective interpretive techniques, program preparation and presentations; (5) Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with the general public and co-workers; (6) Skill in planning, organizing and implementing public presentations and guided tours for all age groups; (7) Ability to train and serve as a team leader for volunteers; (8) Ability to provide quality customer service in a professional manner; (9) Ability to use a computer and related software such as Power Point, Word and Excel; (10) Ability to work as a member of a team; (11) Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with department’s safety program, work rules and standards of behavior.

Please send resume and professional references to:

Sasha Kodet
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston
San Antonio, TX 78217

Resumes must be postmarked by February 24, 2010.

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