Park Naturalist jobs in Franklin, TN
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 2
- Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
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The Naturalist 2 for our Nature Centers is a Full-Time Civil Service position within the Parks Department. The Incumbent will perform skilled work involved in organizing, teaching and developing environmental education and outdoor recreation programs and assists with the day-to-day operations in Metro Park’s nature centers. The work schedule will be Tuesday through Saturday but may include variable hours including evenings and overnights.
Metro Parks offers a variety of facilities and programs throughout Davidson County including after-school programs for children, cultural arts classes, nature programs, sports leagues, ice hockey, fitness classes, art galleries, programs and services for seniors, as well as for those with disabilities. Currently, the department oversees nearly 16,000 acres of open space, including 178 parks and 100 miles of greenway. Metro Parks’ mission is to sustainably and equitably provide everyone in Nashville with an inviting network of parks and greenways that offer health, wellness, and quality of life through recreation, conservation, and community.- Works to fulfill the mission of Metro Parks and to support the goals and objectives of the Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation & Special Events division.
- Organizes, coordinates, and implements programs that may involve environmental education, historical interpretation, natural sciences, and outdoor recreation activities for school groups, home schools, and scout groups.
- Helps to ensures facilities and programs are well maintained, safe and accessible.
- Inventories parks flora, fauna and other natural features.
- Inventories and supervises the maintenance of culturally significant sites.
- Responds to public inquiries and complaints and provides information related to the operations and programming of the nature center and park.
- Helps to organize and supervise seasonal staff, volunteers and projects as directed by the Nature Center Manager.
- Performs office duties: answer phone, field visitor questions, schedule field trips, register program participants complete operational duties, and write reports or other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Keeps current on trends in environmental education, natural sciences, wildlife education, and natural resource management.
- Attends various departmental and community meetings.
- Promotes public interest in the nature center and its programs.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education, Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, Education, Outdoor Recreation or a related field and two (2) years of environmental or nature related experience.
**Additional experience may be considered in lieu of some education**
LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid Driver License
**Applicant must be able to pass a drug/alcohol test and will be subject random drug/alcohol testing **
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.- Experience developing and conducting environmental education and/or outdoor recreation programs.
- Experience supervising and managing volunteers
- Ability to perform moderately physical work in undeveloped outdoor areas, often accessible only by hiking off-trail
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640. - Just Posted
Park Lead
- Urban Air Adventure Parks
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Franklin, TN
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...
- 23 Days Ago
Park Ranger
- City of Springfield, TN
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Springfield, TN
FULL_TIME
- Purpose of Job Perform general, manual labor in the maintenance, patrolling, and preservation of the City of Springfield park system. Essential Job Duties Patrols all park locations and areas to ensur...
- 3 Days Ago
Park Services
- Nashville Shores
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Hermitage, TN
FULL_TIME
- Please use the "Apply for this Position" at the bottom of the page Position Overview: Park Service Attendants are responsible for the overall cleanliness of the Park by patrolling designated areas, sw...
- 3 Days Ago
Park Lead
- Urban Air Adventure Parks
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Nashville, TN
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...
- 5 Days Ago
Specialist park
- Feyer&Associates
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Shelbyville, TN
FULL_TIME
- Job Title : Booking Theme ParkSpecialist (IndependentContractor) Job Description : As anIndependent Contractor Booking Theme Park Specialist you will workon a commissionbased model with your compensat...
- 6 Days Ago
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Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
- Encompass Health
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Franklin, TN
- Hemodialysis Registered Nurse / RN Part time (24 hours per week / Monday, Wednesday, Friday) The Hemodialysis RN is resp...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shift Leader
- Jersey Mike's Subs
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Franklin, TN
- Jersey Mike's Subs has a fun enjoyable atmosphere and is one of the easiest restaurant jobs out there. No early mornings...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Crew Member
- Jersey Mike's Subs
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Franklin, TN
- Jersey Mike's Subs has a fun enjoyable atmosphere and is one of the easiest restaurant jobs out there. No early mornings...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sr. Sales Associate
- Rack Room Shoes
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Franklin, TN
- 24503 Part Time Rack Room Shoes Job Description Summary Primary responsibility is to provide excellent service to our cu...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Food Prep/Cook
- CoreLife Eatery
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Franklin, TN
- Description We have immediate openings for a Part-Time Prep Cook / Veggie Prep position. Typically (9-2PM) 3-5 weekdays ...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pool Maintenance and CleaningTechnician
- Pool Scouts
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Franklin, TN
- Benefits: Bonus based on performance Company car Company parties Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advance...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Full-Time Outfitter - Cool Springs
- Fleet Feet
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Franklin, TN
- Overview: We believe Running Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 180 stores an...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Aquatics Swim Instructor (Mon-Thurs 3:30pm-7pm & Sat 9am-1pm)
- Life Time, Inc.
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Franklin, TN
- . Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults ...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin is a city in, and the county seat of, Williamson County, Tennessee, United States. About 21 miles (34 km) south of Nashville, it is one of the principal cities of the Nashville metropolitan area and Middle Tennessee. As of 2017, its estimated population was 78,321, and it is the seventh-largest city in Tennessee.
Williamson County was primarily rural into the late 20th century, with an economy based on traditional commodity crops and livestock. In the 19th century, part of its economy (especially the cultivation of tobacco and hemp) depended on slavery, and after the American Civil Wa...
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Income Estimation for Park Naturalist jobs
$45,575 to $69,204
Franklin, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
were up 1.3% from a year ago
What does a Park Naturalist do?
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