Naturalist Position for Youth Program

Job location
Ritz-Carlton, Bacara
Santa Barbara, California

Timing
Begin July 2018
Part time until fall or winter

Job description
The naturalist will provide young hotel guests with on site activities and excursions to explore and learn about coastal ecology, marine mammals, local terrestrial ecology, Chumash culture, and sustainable living. The educational program is Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program.

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

PLACE OF WORK:
Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment at Ritz-Carlton, Bacara, Santa Barbara, California

JOB OVERVIEW:
Lead programs for guests ages 4-10 involving land excursions, coastal walks, sustainable living activities, nature art & craft, whale watching, and much more. Using the Ambassadors learning center as their base, the naturalist will lead groups of 8-12 people on morning, afternoon and/or evening activities. Naturalist will be responsible for preparing for each activity, implementing the activity, and guiding the group at all times while maintaining a safe and professional presence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Marine Biology
• Working knowledge and experience in coral reef ecology and environmental education
• Ability to understand verbal instructions
• Ability and desire to lead, organize, and supervise children
• Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out daily and special programs
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group
• Ability to maintain and organize accurate records
• Ability to accept supervisor and/or director’s guidance
• Strong, positive character, integrity, and adaptability

SKILLS:

• Professional telephone skills
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to interact successfully with guests and clients
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments
• Ability to interact successfully with hotel management / staff
• Comfortable in dealing with changing weather conditions
• Red Cross CPR/First Aid

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Greet guests at reception area with a warm smile and using the guests name
• Assist guests with program check in
• Engage guests in pre-program activity until the desired module begins
• Prepare for activity and prepare co-naturalist/attendant
• Follow safety procedures at all times
• Keep track of all guests at all times
• Actively participate in all activities
• Contribute positively to discussions and share information with guests
• Replace and keep organized all program materials and equipment
• Request materials from Supervisor when things are missing
• Attend appropriate hotel meetings
• Continually improve program and make suggestions

Interested candidates should contact:
Richard Murphy, Ph.D. Director, Science and Education

Ocean Futures Society
rmurphsurf@gmail.com
OR
Holly Lohuis,
Marine Biologist & Executive Coordinator for Jean-Michel Cousteau
Ocean Futures Society
hlohuis@oceanfutures.org