Seasonal Biological Aide - Eco-Explorers

Recruitment #082715-MXGB01-400300

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Summary Statement

This position will present Wetland Environmental Educational material about the Salt Marsh to groups of fifth grade students in an outdoor field trip setting, help set up field trip equipment at start of day, and clean and put away equipment at end of field trip. This position will also assist in maintaining field trip materials, equipment and other educational resources and perform other tasks related to the preparation and presentation of the field trip program.   Work is performed outdoors under various weather conditions.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Provides educational material about the Salt Marsh to groups of fifth graders. 
  • Provides technical information to the 5th grade classes regarding the Ecosystems curriculum.
  • Ability to work in an outdoor setting with large amount of walking.
  • Must be dependable and have good communication skills.
  • Maintains a positive attitude and have fun.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Seasonal Biological Aide - Eco-Explorer

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas.

  1. Experience working with children and young adults such as babysitting, academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, classroom assistant or education teacher.
  2. Knowledge of Environmental Science.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.