Intern
Must apply through the City of Arvada's Job Portal: bit.ly/arvadajobs
Position Purpose
Majestic View Nature Center and Community Park is a place to experience and understand the area's natural features by interacting directly with nature. The Nature Center�s mission is to inspire environmental learning and interpretive connections with our community.
The Nature Center Summer Camp Intern�s main responsibility will be to assist in teaching environmental summer camps. Before the camps begin, there will be paid training to learn the curriculum, camp safety policy and procedures, and other responsibilities around the park and in the Nature Center.
Hours: Typically 8 a.m.-2 p.m., up to 200 hours total
Job Functions / Scope of Authority
Assist in teaching nature camps, learn classroom management skills and work alongside educational volunteers.
Work closely with the Nature Center staff and volunteers to present interpretive programs, update exhibits, and assist with miscellaneous park projects.
Perform some manual duties associated with programs and building use; arranging tables, chairs and equipment, leading outdoor activities, cleaning after programs, aquarium care, or other duties as they arise.
Help plan, prepare, and facilitate 20th anniversary event-Saturday, August 6
Visitor engagement and become an ambassador for the Center during public hours.
Monitor safety, security and cleanliness of the Center and its surrounding grounds.
Working Environment / Qualifications
Qualifications:
Passionate about nature and environmental topics
Must enjoy interacting with kids and adults; previous experience working with groups of kids is preferred.
Willing to teach children ages 6-9 years old
Enthusiastic to learn about the interpretive field and environmental education
Work well with staff, volunteers, and the public
Must pass a background check (if over 18 years)
Benefits:
Opportunity to practice hands-on experience in the field of environmental education.
Gain classroom management and leadership skills.
Develop knowledge of Colorado�s ecology, environmental education and interpretive sciences.
Interpersonal growth and experience with teamwork.
Receive valuable feedback of on-the-job performance towards improved effectiveness.
Make a community impact by inspiring environmental stewardship.
Work with a fun team of staff and volunteers.
Gain experience with daily operations of a nature center.
Work both inside and outside next to 80 acres of wildlife resting areas, trails, and the community park.
Option to receive class/course credit towards a high school or college, flexible to accommodate different requirements.
Vision Mission Values
Vision Mission Values
The City's Core values are in every employee's individual Performance Plan which helps us to reinforce our expectations for living and working by our Core Values.
Every City employee is expected to perform his/her job to the highest professional standards. This includes upholding the City's values with integrity and accountability, acting in a manner that is respectful and inclusive towards others, and adhering to the City's policy on employee conduct as detailed in the personnel rules sec. 70-143.
Vision: We Dream Big and Deliver
Mission: We are dedicated to delivering superior services to enhance the lives of everyone in our community.
Values:
Innovation: We excel in creativity, flexibility and the use of best practices while valuing diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives.
Passion: We are a high performing, inclusive team inspiring each other to pursue excellence.
Opportunity: We value our diversity, embrace possibilities, face challenges, persevere and take action to deliver quality results.
The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity.
Must apply through the City of Arvada's Job Portal: bit.ly/arvadajobs
Position Purpose
Majestic View Nature Center and Community Park is a place to experience and understand the area's natural features by interacting directly with nature. The Nature Center�s mission is to inspire environmental learning and interpretive connections with our community.
The Nature Center Summer Camp Intern�s main responsibility will be to assist in teaching environmental summer camps. Before the camps begin, there will be paid training to learn the curriculum, camp safety policy and procedures, and other responsibilities around the park and in the Nature Center.
Hours: Typically 8 a.m.-2 p.m., up to 200 hours total
Job Functions / Scope of Authority
Assist in teaching nature camps, learn classroom management skills and work alongside educational volunteers.
Work closely with the Nature Center staff and volunteers to present interpretive programs, update exhibits, and assist with miscellaneous park projects.
Perform some manual duties associated with programs and building use; arranging tables, chairs and equipment, leading outdoor activities, cleaning after programs, aquarium care, or other duties as they arise.
Help plan, prepare, and facilitate 20th anniversary event-Saturday, August 6
Visitor engagement and become an ambassador for the Center during public hours.
Monitor safety, security and cleanliness of the Center and its surrounding grounds.
Working Environment / Qualifications
Qualifications:
Passionate about nature and environmental topics
Must enjoy interacting with kids and adults; previous experience working with groups of kids is preferred.
Willing to teach children ages 6-9 years old
Enthusiastic to learn about the interpretive field and environmental education
Work well with staff, volunteers, and the public
Must pass a background check (if over 18 years)
Benefits:
Opportunity to practice hands-on experience in the field of environmental education.
Gain classroom management and leadership skills.
Develop knowledge of Colorado�s ecology, environmental education and interpretive sciences.
Interpersonal growth and experience with teamwork.
Receive valuable feedback of on-the-job performance towards improved effectiveness.
Make a community impact by inspiring environmental stewardship.
Work with a fun team of staff and volunteers.
Gain experience with daily operations of a nature center.
Work both inside and outside next to 80 acres of wildlife resting areas, trails, and the community park.
Option to receive class/course credit towards a high school or college, flexible to accommodate different requirements.
Vision Mission Values
Vision Mission Values
The City's Core values are in every employee's individual Performance Plan which helps us to reinforce our expectations for living and working by our Core Values.
Every City employee is expected to perform his/her job to the highest professional standards. This includes upholding the City's values with integrity and accountability, acting in a manner that is respectful and inclusive towards others, and adhering to the City's policy on employee conduct as detailed in the personnel rules sec. 70-143.
Vision: We Dream Big and Deliver
Mission: We are dedicated to delivering superior services to enhance the lives of everyone in our community.
Values:
Innovation: We excel in creativity, flexibility and the use of best practices while valuing diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives.
Passion: We are a high performing, inclusive team inspiring each other to pursue excellence.
Opportunity: We value our diversity, embrace possibilities, face challenges, persevere and take action to deliver quality results.
The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity.