Weekend Naturalist and Visitor Services Representative
Audubon Society of Rhode Island
Bristol, Rhode Island
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Salary | $17 per hour |
| Min. Experience | 0 - 1 year |
Key Responsibilities:
Guest Interaction & Customer Service:
• Greet and assist visitors with a friendly, welcoming demeanor, creating a positive first impression.
• Provide clear and accurate information about exhibits, animals, trails, programs, events, and facilities.
• Process admissions, gift shop sales, and memberships with accuracy.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions while ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Respond to visitor inquiries via phone, email, and in person, providing excellent service.
• Promote and sell memberships, educational programs, camps, events, and retail items.
• Address and resolve guest concerns and feedback in a professional and timely manner.
Education and Engagement
• Assist with birthday parties, rentals, and educational programs as needed.
• Teach nature-themed birthday party programs and public educational programs for children and adults.
• Work with animals used in educational programs, including raptors, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods, as necessary.
• Prepare animal diets and feed animals when needed.
• Lead guided tours, nature walks, and offer interpretation of indoor exhibits.
• Maintain and organize educational props, specimens, and resources.
• Stay informed on current environmental and natural history issues.
• Ensure that program props, specimens, and educational materials are in good condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Exhibit & Facility Support:
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization in visitor areas and exhibits to enhance the guest experience.
• Provide relevant information to guests regarding exhibits and educational programs.
Send applications to careers@asri.org with the subject line “Weekend Naturalist and Visitor Services Representative.
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
| Category | Environmental Education , Outdoor Recreation |
| Tags | Naturalist |