Park Naturalist jobs in New York, NY

Park Naturalist plans, develops, and conducts programs to inform the public of historical, natural, and scientific features concerning national, state, or local parks. May require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Park Naturalist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Park Naturalist performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Naturalist Administrator
  • Westmoreland Sanctuary, Inc.
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Westmoreland Sanctuary

    260 Chestnut Ridge Road

    Mount Kisco, NY 10549

    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-$55,000
    Benefits: Medical & Dental 50% match
    Retirement: Program can be customized for individual needs

    Details of 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:
    Software and platforms: Canva, Microsoft Office, Excel, WordPress, Instagram, Facebook, QuickBooks, Photoshop, Mailchimp, Bloomerang.
    Outdoor Skills: chainsaw work, fire building, first aid, mower and weed whipper.

    Organizational Overview

    Mission Statement:
    Westmoreland Sanctuary’s mission is to acquire, establish and maintain, for the free use, enjoyment, and appreciation of the public, a tract or tracts of land, including woodland and streams...to promote nature appreciation, preservation and conservation generally, for the present and future benefit and enjoyment of the public and to establish and maintain... exhibition rooms for the display of botanical, geological and other specimens found in the area of the Sanctuary...”

    (Certificate of Incorporation of Westmoreland Sanctuary, Inc. Dated March 16, 1957).

    Governance Structure:
    Westmoreland Sanctuary is an independent public charitable organization and does not operate within a larger regional, state, or national organization. There are currently four full-time staff that includes: the Executive Director, Director of Conservation and General Manager, and Environmental Administrator. Environmental Educator, Naturalist Administers. Westmoreland is governed by a Board of 17 volunteers.

    Service Area:
    Westmoreland Sanctuary services culturally diverse communities throughout the Lower Hudson Valley, New York City, the Bronx, and parts of Connecticut (Stamford, Darien, and Greenwich). Westchester is the primary area of service. Westmoreland works with local public and private schools, community organizations, and corporate organizations. Westmoreland does not discriminate based on age, gender, socio-economic status, religion, or disability. Westmoreland services approximately 10,800 people yearly through educational programming, seasonal events, free museum access, and recreational opportunities. Our primary demographic is youth, Pre-K through seventh grade.

    History:
    Over 66 years ago Helen Clay Frick founded Westmoreland Sanctuary in 1957. In the early years of the organization, only one naturalist was working at Westmoreland Sanctuary to maintain the property and offer educational guided nature hikes to the public. In 1973 when our Nature Museum was erected the organization began formalizing educational programs for local school districts. Today, Westmoreland educates 10,800 students annually. In June 2021, WS began building the Environmental Education Center (EEC) with geothermal heating and cooling educational and handicap resources not previously available. Resources are developed to foster environmental stewardship and provide learning opportunities for families and individuals of all ages with diverse backgrounds and needs. Museum access is free to the public all year.
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Park Ambassador (PT)
  • Madison Square Park Conservancy
  • New York, NY PART_TIME
  • Park Ambassador (PT) Madison Square Park Conservancy Madison Square Park Conservancy (MSPC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to maintain and program Madison Square Park, a dynamic 6.2-acre...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Summer Day Camp Director (Prospect Park YMCA)
  • Prospect Park YMCA
  • Brooklyn, NY FULL_TIME
  • Salary: $2,600 BiweeklyThe YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population o...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Summer Day Camp Unit Leader (Prospect Park YMCA)
  • Prospect Park YMCA
  • Brooklyn, NY FULL_TIME
  • Salary: $2,400 BiweeklyThe YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population o...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Worker park
  • New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the foll...
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Park Lead
  • Urban Air Adventure Parks
  • Brooklyn, NY FULL_TIME
  • PARK LEAD JOB SUMMARY We are looking for hard working, responsible, light-hearted individuals with strong customer service skills. A strong team environment is crucial for our business and we need sit...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Special Education Teacher - Early Intervention ABA Provider
  • City Pro Group, Inc./Autism Care Partners
  • Plainview, NY
  • Job Type Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Description Find your passion! ACP is looking for friendly faces, positive atti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education Teacher - Early Intervention ABA Provider
  • City Pro Group, Inc./Autism Care Partners
  • Plainview, NY
  • Job Type Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Description Find your passion! ACP is looking for friendly faces, positive atti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Eco-Leadership Teacher Naturalist
  • National Audubon Society
  • Greenwich, CT
  • Overview: The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Eco-Leadership Teacher Naturalist
  • National Audubon Society
  • Greenwich, CT
  • Overview: The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NYA Animal Care Associate - Ocean Wonders
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Title: Animal Care Associate - Ocean Wonders Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Range $1...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NYA Animal Care Associate - Mammals and Birds
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Title: Animal Care Associate - Mammals and Birds Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Rang...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NYA Animal Care Associate - Ocean Wonders
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Title: Animal Care Associate - Ocean Wonders Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Range $1...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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NYA Animal Care Associate - Mammals and Birds
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Title: Animal Care Associate - Mammals and Birds Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Rang...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

The City of New York, usually called either New York City (NYC) or simply New York (NY), is the most populous city in the United States. With an estimated 2017 population of 8,622,698 distributed over a land area of about 302.6 square miles (784 km2), New York is also the most densely populated major city in the United States. Located at the southern tip of the state of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the world by urban landmass and one of the world's most populous megacities, with an estimated 20,320,876 people in its 2017 M...
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Income Estimation for Park Naturalist jobs
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New York, New York area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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