Environmental Stewardship Coordinator

Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/13/2024
Environmental Stewardship Coordinator - Belle Isle Nature Center
The Intern Coordinator will work directly with the Education Specialist. The Intern Coordinator will support and co-facilitate a Summer Youth Employment Program. The intern coordinator will work with the education specialist to prepare materials and content and assist in supporting a cohort of teen interns. The intern coordinator will assist with the introduction of careers in outdoor recreation and natural resources with a focus on careers with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Additionally, the intern coordinator will assist in the facilitation of opportunities to participate in outdoor recreation and job readiness training for the program participants.

The Intern Coordinator will support the principles of the Detroit Zoological Society. The Environmental Stewardship Intern Coordinator will maintain a professional manner when dealing with all constituencies and always preserve a high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

This job description is by no means all-inclusive. It may be subject to change during a performance period due to the needs of the Detroit Zoological Society and its leadership. This document will be reviewed on a continual basis and will be modified as needed.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
  • Report to the Belle Isle Nature Center or the Detroit Zoo for duties
  • Lead engaging nature-related activities for interns
  • Supervising interns
  • Participate in data collection and evaluation of the program
  • Develop trusting relationships and work closely with interns
  • Attend and participate in scheduled on and off-site workshops and field trips
  • Operate and utilize outdoor equipment and work tools
  • Generate weekly reports and records
  • Other duties as assigned by the program coordinators

Requirements
  • Must be 19 years of age
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have a valid driver's license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Experience creating, developing, preparing, and delivering programming for youth
  • Teaching Experience or experience working with children in a non-traditional setting
  • Degree (or pursuing a degree) in a field pertaining to the environment, agriculture, science, wildlife, education, or youth development. Preferred, but not required
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors under variable weather conditions and terrain
  • Outdoor recreation skills and experience (canoeing/kayaking, hiking, camping). Preferred, but not required
  • Ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team
  • Self-motivated, organized, attentive to details, and has effective time management skills
  • Ability to interact positively and professionally at all times
  • Passion for the outdoors, enthusiasm for working with people
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for talking to individuals of all ages in a positive, professional manner
  • Must have a team-focused attitude, flexible mindset, and dependability
  • Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with others.

Working Conditions
Work is conducted both inside and outside and may include work in adverse weather with the outside environment, heights, and exposures. The position involves exposure to all types of weather, air conditioning, and heating systems. The Environmental Intern Coordinator may be required to walk long distances around Belle Isle State Park and other locations. The regular work schedule may include weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements
Physical work is part of the job and includes walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, and bending for long periods of time; must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. The individual must have the ability to perform essential functions of the job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.


Just as we value and celebrate biodiversity, the DZS celebrates the diversity of our human community. We are committed to ensuring that our programs and facilities are fully accessible to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all.

Salary.com Estimation for Environmental Stewardship Coordinator in Detroit, MI

$65,571 - $91,953

For Employer

Looking to price a job for your company?

Price This Job
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs that are on the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator career path.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

Income Estimation: 
$64,766 - $93,933
Income Estimation: 
$90,569 - $109,196
Income Estimation: 
$81,247 - $99,761
Income Estimation: 
$77,302 - $103,995
Income Estimation: 
$52,440 - $71,118
Income Estimation: 
$48,673 - $63,882
Income Estimation: 
$53,832 - $77,317
Income Estimation: 
$59,827 - $85,041
Income Estimation: 
$56,948 - $72,501
Income Estimation: 
$73,793 - $110,498
Income Estimation: 
$98,584 - $118,427
Income Estimation: 
$66,009 - $87,650
Income Estimation: 
$78,878 - $91,390
Income Estimation: 
$84,264 - $107,501
Income Estimation: 
$68,248 - $92,916
Income Estimation: 
$82,429 - $113,163
Income Estimation: 
$72,063 - $105,399

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • 3D Modeling Skill

    • Income Estimation: $68,996 - $84,464
    • Income Estimation: $71,313 - $91,874
  • BIM - Building Information Modeling Skill

    • Income Estimation: $74,815 - $94,881
    • Income Estimation: $96,224 - $123,124
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Detroit Zoological Society

Detroit Zoological Society
Hired Organization Address Royal, MI Contractor
The Security Officer is responsible for performing or assisting with the following duties, access control, emergency res...
Detroit Zoological Society
Hired Organization Address Royal, MI Temporary
General Description The Seasonal Landscaper, under general supervision, performs a wide variety of grounds maintenance a...
Detroit Zoological Society
Hired Organization Address Royal, MI Full Time
Co-Design Community Outreach Associate Wanted! Detroit Zoological Society (DZS), in collaboration with AmeriCorps and An...
Detroit Zoological Society
Hired Organization Address Detroit, MI Full Time
Security Officer - Belle Isle Nature Center The Security Officer is responsible for performing or assisting with the fol...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Environmental Stewardship Coordinator jobs in the Detroit, MI area that may be a better fit.

Medical Director - Infection Prevention/Control and Antimicrobial Stewardship, Henry Ford System

Infection Prevention/Control and Antimicrobial Stewardship, Henry Ford System - Henry Ford Health - Careers Careers, Detroit, MI

Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Héroux-Devtek, Livonia, MI