Montana Audubon Center Employment

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Several Current and Summer Positions are open:

Position: Stewardship Coordinator

Location: Billings, MT
Position: Part-time, Regular w/ frequent weekends and occasional evenings
Salary: $16/hr
Benefits: Vacation, Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement plan.

Summary of Position
The Operations Coordinator is a regular, professional staff position whose primary responsibility is the general maintenance and restoration initiative development of our 54-acres site, which includes trails, varying ecosystems, buildings and more. This position involves working with other Montana Audubon staff, program participants, volunteers and partners to fulfill these duties.  

Major Responsibilities
Landscape and Facilities Maintenance:

• Conduct all trail and interpretive sign maintenance.
• Implement and develop site restoration initiatives  and maintenance needs (i.e: irrigation, noxious weed removal, pond maintenance, native plant installations, general garden landscaping)
• Conduct and coordinate building maintenance and general upkeep.

Planning and Development:

• Create and initiate site Master Plan elements
• Manage capital improvement projects with Center Director
• Develop safety protocols and act as the primary safety officer, keeping in check with all safety protocols and OSHA recommendations. 
• Assist with establishing funding sources to support restoration, conservation and general maintenance initiatives. 
• Build annual operations budget. 

Additional responsibilities: 

• Participating in overall Center management, fundraising, and decision-making as part of the Center Leadership Team.
• Engage in Montana Audubon meetings and events.  
• Provide additional support; as needed. 

Reporting Relations
The Stewardship Coordinator reports to the Center Director. 

 Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Completion of a 2-year or 4-year degree in biology, ecology or related subject. 
• A combined 2+ years of professional experience in land management, general maintenance, environmental ecology or related fields.
• Basic landscape and building maintenance and construction skills.
• Proficient computer skills including database management and file organization
• Ability to work in a diverse environment. 
• Self-motivated and adaptable as a part of a small, growing organization. 
• Ability to work outside in varied weather conditions. 
• Preferred skills include: 
  • Basic plant ID, emphasis on native grasses and wildflowers.

To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Stewardship Coordinator”. Application deadline is March 30, 2023.

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Position: Teacher Naturalist
(2 Positions Open)

Location: Billings, MT
Salary: Starting at $13/hr
Hours: 6 month, temporary position, 20+ hours/week
Start Date: April 3rd, 2023, ending September 1st 2023
      *With possibility of long term or continued temporary employment 

Position Overview:
Teacher Naturalists form the core of our program staff at the Montana Audubon Center, responsible for implementation of hands-on, experiential, nature-connected education and interpretive programs at our 54-acre site and adjacent Yellowstone River corridor. Participant ages range from toddler to adult, with the bulk of our programming focused on upper elementary students. Teacher Naturalists must be comfortable leading groups of students in the outdoors and themselves have enthusiasm for connecting with and learning about the natural world.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct school-based field trips during the spring season
• Develop and implement curriculum for weekly themed Summer Camps 
• Safely manage program participants in an outdoor environment
• Lead and instruct participants in other various program areas as needed
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with all staff members as a team; i.e. co-teaching

Qualifications:

• Comfortable working with elementary age children
• Experience leading groups for both education and exploration in an outdoor setting
• Interest and/or specific knowledge of natural history subjects
• Be a responsible, flexible, dependable, and self-motivated employee
• Be able to spend 80% of the program time outdoors (up to 5 hours)

To Apply

Application is open until filled (2 positions available). Please send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to [email protected] with the subject line “Teacher Naturalist Position”. For questions, contact Emily via email or call 406-294-5099.

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Position: Summer Camp Teacher Naturalist
(Several Positions Open)

Position Overview:
Summer Camp Teacher Naturalists are responsible for the implementation of hands-on, nature-connected education at our 54-acre site, adjacent to the Yellowstone River. Participant ages range from Kindergarten to 9th grade, divided into age-specific groups. Summer Camp Teacher Naturalists must be comfortable leading and managing groups of campers in the outdoors and helping them connect with the natural world.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement curriculum for weekly themed camps.
• Co-teach and collaborate with other staff members.
• Learn and teach about local Montana natural history. 
• Safely manage program participants in an outdoor environment.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning/maintenance procedures to keep everything in working order. 
• Be willing to work some evenings and weekends, and teach in other program areas as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-motivation and flexibility are required. 
• Have the ability to collaborate with members of a team as well as work independently.
• Have some experience working with children.
• Be able to spend 90% of teaching time outdoors.

Position Details:

• Tentative dates:  June 5th to August 9th
• $13/hour pay rate
• 25+ hour work week, with possibility of long-term or continued seasonal position 
• Can be used for academic credit or internship hours (approval of institution needed)
• Housing not provided

Open until Filled
Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Hannah Finch at [email protected]  or call 406-294-5099

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Position: Summer Camp Preschool Instructor
(One Position Open)

Position Overview:
The Summer Camp Preschool Instructor is responsible for the implementation of hands-on, nature-connected education at our 54-acre site, adjacent to the Yellowstone River. The Summer Camp Preschool Instructor must be comfortable leading and managing up to 8 preschool-aged campers in the outdoors and helping them connect with the natural world.

Responsibilities:

• Develop curriculum and lesson plans appropriate for play-based, emergent-style learning in an outdoor setting.
• Provide quality instruction for camp participants during program days.
• Incorporate concepts of risky play, nature pedagogy, and preschool education standards.
• Safely manage program participants in an outdoor environment.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning/maintenance procedures to keep everything in working order. 
• Be willing to work some evenings and weekends, and teach in other program areas as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-motivation and flexibility are required. 
• Have the ability to work independently and be organized.
• Having some experience working with children ages 3-5 is required.
• Be able to spend 90% of teaching time outdoors.

Position Details:

• Tentative dates: June 5th to August 10th
• $13/hour pay rate
• 25+ hour work week, possibility of long-term or continued seasonal position
• Housing not provided
• Can be used for academic credit or internship hours (approval of institution needed)

Position Open Until Filled
Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Hannah Finch at [email protected]  or call 406-294-5099

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We are always accepting applications for Teacher Naturalists.

Email Emily Chilcoat at [email protected] for inquiries.