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Watershed Interpreter

Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District/Lafayette, LA
Job Title: Watershed Interpreter
Part-time
Job Description:
  • Provide interpretive presentations and general tours of the Watershed Exhibit for museum visitors
  • Conduct formal lessons for school groups who have schedule Watershed Exhibit tours
  • Lead guided paddle trips in the Bayou Vermilion
  • Assist in Special Event Day Activities such as culture days and summer camp programs
  • Maintain Watershed equipment and document in maintenance log book
  • Routinely clean-up and maintain exhibit area: cleaning glass and windows, sweeping, emptying trash cans, etc.
  • Research topics addressed in the exhibit: in order to learn as much as there is to know about each topic so that when asked questions by visitors intelligent answers can be offered
  • Report maintenance issues and other related problems to supervisor
Qualifications:
  • Background and working knowledge in Earth Sciences
  • Positive attitude and good public speaking skills
  • College graduate or pursuing a degree
  • Prior canoeing and kayak paddling experience
  • Must be self-motivated to learn about new things, research and be certain of facts
  • Must be able to trouble shoot simple mechanical problems and watershed equipment
  • Speaking French is a plus but not a requirement
Contact:
To apply, email letter of interest and/or resume to Greg at
environmental@bayouvermiliondistrict.org or call 37)233-4077 ext 215.

Date Posted: 8/10/2017