The Naturalist/First Mate position at Mt. Rainier National Park Lodging involves educating guests during boat tours while assisting the Captain with operational duties. The role requires a background in natural sciences and customer service skills, with an emphasis on safety and communication
Job Summary
Educate, inform, and monitor passengers during 90-minute boat tours, presenting information on marine mammals, birds, and general ecology.
Serve as the acting First Mate, assisting the Captain in any capacity and performing pre- and post-trip boat cleaning.
Responsible for continuing education on marine mammals, birds, and the Flamingo area, with a background in natural sciences preferred.
Matching Summary
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The Naturalist/First Mate position at Mt. Rainier National Park Lodging involves educating guests during boat tours while assisting the Captain with operational duties. The role requires a background in natural sciences and customer service skills, with an emphasis on safety and communication.
Salary
14.00 USD Hourly; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Marine mammal and bird education
Passenger safety monitoring
Pre and post-trip boat cleaning
Assist Captain as First Mate
Continuous learning of ecological material
Nice-to-have
Strong customer service abilities
People oriented and communicative
Enjoy educating diverse audiences
Strong work ethic and team-oriented
Key Requirements
Partial High School education; High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred
Working knowledge of boats and experience on open water
Valid Driver’s License
Florida Boaters Safety Course
Available Saturdays, Sundays, evenings and holidays