Part Time Educator/Stranding Technician Job Opening
This is a part time position up to 16 hours per week with a strong emphasis on educational outreach duties
The duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Supporting operations of the program
- Coordinating educational programs
- Assisting with all aspects of animal husbandry
- Maintaining the equipment and life support system
- Responding to calls about stranded marine mammals and sea turtles
- Coordinating rescue team volunteers and interns
- Conducting public lectures and educational programs
- Assisting with research projects
- Assisting with fundraising activities
- Inventory, pricing supplies, and ordering
- Driving 4x4 trucks on the beach
- Assisting with necropsies
- Tasks as directed by management
Job requirements:
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BS in marine biology, biology, environmental science or related field
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Good computer knowledge including but not limited to Microsoft, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access
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Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
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Able to work in inclement environmental conditions
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Willing to work weekends and flexible hours as well as 24 hour on call
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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NY State Driver’s License
Application process:
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Email your resume and cover letter to
dferina@riverheadfoundation.org or mail/fax to:
Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research & Preservation
467 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
fax: 631.369.9826
Attention: Daniella Ferina -
Questions? Call (631) 369-9840 or email
dferina@riverheadfoundation.org
Daniella Ferina
Biologist
Riverhead Foundation for Marine
Research and Preservation
467 E. Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-369-9840
631-369-9829 Hotline