<p>Hourly:</p> <p>$19.20 - $19.78</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Culture & Recreation, Recreation Programs</p> <p>Division:</p> <p>Recreation Environmental Programs</p> <p>FLSA:</p> <p>Non-Exempt</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>This role will plant and conduct environmental education classes and activities at local schools, parks, playgrounds, and the Tiedemann Nature Center.</p> <p>Examples of Duties:</p> <p>Teaches environmental education classes to all ages including school groups and public programs.</p> <p>Assists and supports activities and operations of the Tiedemann Park Nature Center, including afterschool classes and activities.</p> <p>Cleans animal cages and center, feeds animals, and performs other husbandry tasks.</p> <p>Assists with all aspects of the "Nuts About Nature" Spring Break and Summer Camps.</p> <p>Handles a variety of animals including reptiles, amphibians, and ocean wildlife.</p> <p>Monitors the safety and the activities of children during recreational trips or tours.</p> <p>Performs other duties as assigned.</p> <p>Basic Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Must have a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, late afternoons and weekends, depending on programs scheduled on any given week </li><li>High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 3 - 6 months of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree, or pursuit thereof, in biology, ecology, marine sciences, education or a related field. </li></ul> <p>The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]</p>