EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Coordinates monthly Public Environmental Volunteer events on and off-site (Wetland Warriors, Saturday Stewards, Park Cleanups etc.).
• Designs projects for on and off-site volunteer events based on knowledge of site (i.e. grounds, history, etc.) including El Dorado Regional Park and Nature Center and other coastal areas.
• Organizes on-site, long-term volunteer program through development of volunteer schedules, trainings, enrichments and education programs.
• Prepares and delivers nature-based educational tours to youth, families and adults.
• Assists with Eagle Scout, other groups and large special event volunteer projects (California Coastal Cleanup, Earth Day, National Public Lands Day, etc.).
• Works with Volunteer Program Supervisor and other City and State entities on monthly program planning for the Adopt-A-Beach program.
• Maintains supply and tool inventory and works with Volunteer Program Supervisor and agencies to acquire supplies needed.
• Assists with liability forms and volunteer hours reporting.
• Drives to offsite meetings and programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must meet at least one of the options below:
• (Option A) - Two (2) years (or equivalent 500 hours total) of part-time experience (paid or unpaid) working in recreation or related field; OR,
• (Option B) - Forty-eight (48) units of college education, including a minimum of eight (8) units in recreation, childcare, or a related field; OR,
• (Option C) - A combination of education and experience as outlined above.
• Experience working or volunteering in a Nature Center, Museum or Zoo setting.
• Experience with public speaking.
• Must have access to reliable transportation for all job responsibilities.
• Must be willing to work various shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Course study and/or practical experience in environmental or natural sciences at a zoo, museum or nature center.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Advanced knowledge of Southern California animal life and plant life.
• Experience working with children and adults from a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs, i.e. Outlook, Excel.
• The successful candidates will possess the following:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and program management skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics and perform cashiering functions.
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026. To be considered, applicants must submit an online application. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of experience. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.

Apply here https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/jobs/5282824/nature-center-volunteer-coordinator-recreation-leader-specialist-vii-n-c