Paradise Creek Nature Park Seasonal Ranger
Environmental Education – Seasonal, part-time. Non-profit Elizabeth River Project is looking for Paradise Creek Nature Park’s first Seasonal Park Rangers/environmental educators for its 40-acre urban park, Portsmouth, VA. This is a new position through a grant award from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation. Be a part of educating preK-5th grade students participating in 2-hour field investigations utilizing the park’s 29 acres of forest and wildflower meadows, 11-acre wetland, canoe/kayak launch, 2-miles of walking trails, a wetland lab, pedestrian bridge and wildflower meadow. Work with a team of education rangers led by Chief Ranger Sumoski who will train you to teach Elizabeth River environmental education, sea-level rise, ecology, native plants and animals, water quality testing and more. Learn in-depth about Elizabeth River environmental challenges and solutions while fostering a new generation of river stewards throughout its restoration. Ideal applicants are team players and have a science or recreation background, although diverse backgrounds are welcome. Must be physically able to stand and walk distances over 3-miles in the course of an hour while carrying field trip materials sometimes up to 50 lbs. Experience working with youth preferred. First aid/CPR and kayaking experiences preferred, but not required. We are looking for self-motivated, energetic, people-oriented candidates with strong communication skills, proven reliability, punctual and professional attitudes. Great opportunity to serve as a mentor for young environmental stewards.
Must be enthusiastic about working outdoors. Season is March 20 to June 9. Up to 25 hours per week, weather depending. Typical hours are 8:30-1:30 pm Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours. Seasonal Rangers must be available to work Monday – Friday during the time listed above. Background check will be required. Must have transportation. This seasonal, outdoor position is $10/hour. Please e-mail resume and references to Sarah Sumoski at with subject line: Seasonal Ranger Educator Position. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.