BMP Ranger Intern

Salary: $10.00 Hourly
Location : Kingsport, TN
Job Type: Temporary / Seasonal
Job Number: 2024-2-16
Department: Leisure/Community Services
Division: Bays Mountain Park
Opening Date: 02/16/2024
Closing Date: 3/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose
Animal care / programming interns provide basic husbandry for the park's exhibit animals and provide educational programs to a variety of groups.
Essential Functions

• Provide day-to-day care to the park's exhibit animals.
• Participate alongside animal care professionals in more complex area of animal care.
• Develop and deliver species appropriate enrichments and diets.
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate interpretive programs for public, private, and school groups.
• Provide operational support to park ranger staff including grounds and facilities upkeep.
• Provide operational support at special events.
• Provide general clerical support including answering phones and writing reports.
• Interact daily with park visitors to share the story of Bays Mountain Park and promote park programs and events.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the principles of biology, ecology, geology, ornithology, herpetology limnology and other natural and earth science.
• Willingness to work in close contact with a variety of animal species.
• Skill in relating well with student groups and general public program participants.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with city staff in other divisions and departments and in the community.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

• Skill in presenting interesting and anecdotal information to the varying groups

Education and Experience
Must be at least a sophomore by credit hours at a regionally accredited college or university pursuing a degree in biological/zoological sciences, park administration, recreation, or similar field. Previous experience not required. Candidate must possess a valid TN/VA driver's license.
The City of Kingsport does not currently offer any benefits for Part-Time, Seasonal, or Temporary Employess.