Naturalist Administrator

Westmoreland Sanctuary, Inc.

Newark, DE

$40,000 to $65,000 Yearly
Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

This position is located in Mount Kisco, NY

Naturalist Administrator Position Overview: The position requires a self-directed learner with 1-5 years of experience who is knowledgeable about animal care, local habitats, and able to perform environmental education. To be considered, a four-year degree is required. The position also requires the ability to perform office work such as filing, social media postings and eventually help with grant administration and bookkeeping.

Personal skills: The person must be able to work in a collaborative style, be able to pivot and enjoy outdoor work, spending time teaching children and adults. The candidate will need to have good attention to details and be social fluid. The candidate will be open to learning new skills and eager to apply them.

Compensation:

Salary: $40,000-$65,000
Benefits: Medical & Dental 50% match
Retirement: Program can be customized for individual needs

Details of Example Responsibilities:

Naturalist

Feed & care for animals.
Remove invasive plants & care for native ones.
Work with volunteers and interns on Westmoreland Sanctuary’s (WS) conservation goals.
Trail work.

Environmental Education

Educate participants from PreK to adults using New York Next Generation Science standard curricula.
Clean-up and set up for programming.
Program supply inventory.

Administrative Duties

Social Media postings.
Program record keeping.
Eventually grant administration & writing.
Donor management.

Note: Please note the above job details are not a complete list of responsibilities. Responsibilities shift based on time of year, and demand of the organization.

Education: One of the following BS degrees is required, i.e.: Biology, Organic Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Wildlife Conservation & Biology, or Forestry. A minor or double major in English, Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations a plus. Bilingual capability a plus.

Additional Skills & Training that will be considered a plus: Canva, Microsoft Office, Excel, WordPress, Instagram, Facebook, QuickBooks, Photoshop, Mailchimp, Bloomerang. Outdoor Skills: chainsaw work, fire building, first aid, mower and weed whipper.