Nature Center Coordinator - PART TIME

Introduction

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one position in the Parks and Recreation Department and to establish a referral pool to potentially fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

Pre-Employment Background, DOJ Live Scan and Drug Screen : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a DOJ Live Scan, a pre-employment background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has successfully completed the DOJ Live Scan, background process and passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Assists in the development of programs and exhibits designed to interpret the natural history of Oak Grove Park.
  
• Promotes Oak Grove Nature Center visitation through outreach to individuals and groups served by the Center and its programs; solicits support by contacting individuals and organizations who can assist the Center in achieving its objectives; seeks and develops grant and other fund raising opportunities to assist in offsetting the Nature Center program costs.
  
• Recruits and trains volunteers for the Center; ensures that the Center facility and its collections are maintained utilizing the assistance of volunteer staff or County employees.
  
• Works closely with the Oak Grove Docent support organization; coordinates with the Docent organization to ensure adequate volunteer are available to staff the Center during visitor hours and to conduct educational tours.
  
• May be required to perform basic janitorial services for the Nature Center Building to assist in keeping exhibit, building, furniture and restroom facilities cleaned and stocked.
  
• May provide for the care and upkeep of a living animal exhibit, as required.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Completion of 60 semester units at an accredited college or university with major coursework in biology, ecology, natural resources, environmental studies, or related field.

Experience : One year experience or 2080 volunteer hours in a science, nature, or environmental program providing exhibit creation or care, interpretation, program presentation, grant writing, training, or related duties.

Substitution : Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses : Possession of a valid California driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE

Principles of biological science, specifically ecology; methods and techniques of oral presentations; methods and techniques to recruit, train, and retain volunteers; public relations techniques; principles and techniques of marketing and promotion; fundamentals of written composition and editing; principles grant writing and acquisition; use computers, software applications, applicable presentation tools, and related equipment.

ABILITY

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; develop informational presentations for targeted groups; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers and the public; coordinate and motivate volunteers; prepare grants; solicit support for the program; meet deadlines and work within budget; basic computer and modern office automation technology, including pertinent software; follow oral and written directions; perform basic janitorial services.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility -- Operation of a data entry device, constant walking and standing for long periods, pushing/pulling, bending, squatting, crawling, driving; Lifting -frequently 5 - 50 pounds; Vision - good overall vision, color perception, depth perception; reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; good field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity -normal dexterity and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking - frequent hearing and talking on the telephone/radio and in person; Special Requirements - working weekends and holidays; may require overtime evening work; Emotional/psychological - frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; working alone; Environmental - frequent exposure to noise, cold/heat, hazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, and varied weather conditions.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

BENEFITS

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Selection Procedures

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date.

Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

• They are related to the Appointing Authority, or
  
• The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other
  

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply Online:

www.sjgov.org/department/hr

By mail or in person:

San Joaquin County Human Resources

44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

Stockton, CA 95202

Office hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

Phone: (209) 468-3370

Job Line:

For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377.

When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).

San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo .


Click on a link below to apply for this position:
Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email, or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.

Closing Date/Time: 8/14/2025 11:59:00 PM

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