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National Audubon Society · 1 week ago

Site Host

San Antonio, TX

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Site Host position involves assisting with guest safety and facility support at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, ensuring all visitors have left the property at closing time.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Open/Close the front gate to visitors at the appropriate time

Provide assistance in set-up/clean-up of facility rentals

Unlock/Lock Visitor Center at opening/closing

Check trails and roads before opening/closing for obstacles due to weather, overgrowth, or visitors

Check/restock supplies at the pavilion bathroom during opening/closing

Check/restock supplies at center bathrooms during opening/closing

Communicate supply and maintenance needs to the Center Resource Coordinator

Provide customer service support as assigned

Partner with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work

Qualification

Microsoft Office proficiencyExperience as park hostFirst AidCPR certificationMulti-lingualCustomer service skillsPunctualityExperience in general maintenanceBirdPlant identificationReliabilityWork independently

Required

Must have an RV, a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive utility vehicle, ATV, riding mower, tractor, and/or 12-15 passenger van a plus

Must have a personal cell phone with the service provider

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

Ability to make sound decisions related to safety and security

Must be eager to learn and share knowledge

Must be comfortable working with youth and the public

Must be self-motivated and able to both follow directions and work independently

Must demonstrate the ability to be reliable and punctual

Preferred

Preferred experience as a park host or work camper in a state or national park setting

Preferred experience in general maintenance, working with the public, and/or in customer service roles

Bird and plant identification experience (especially as it relates to Texas) is a plus but not required

Ability to traverse at least 2 miles with or without accommodation to conduct trail sweep preferred

Ability to lead walking tours and programs while outdoors on and off-trail preferred

Experience with active, outdoor work, including hiking and observing wildlife in physically strenuous settings, variable weather conditions, remote locations, and hazardous terrain preferred

First Aid and CPR certification is preferred

Multi-lingual preferred (Spanish, English, ASL, etc.)

Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

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The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Founded in 1905