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Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 4:38 PM
To: scuttlebutt <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: [scuttlebutt:20000] Summer jobs with Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies


The Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies has summer jobs and internships available in Kachemak Bay & Homer, Alaska.  If you know of anyone who is looking for an interesting and meaningful summer job, please share this job announcement with them.



If people have any questions or need help with the application, they can contact me directly at this e-mail address or call or text 907-299-0983 (that's my personal cell phone, but since I am working remotely it is the best way to get ahold of me).  I know that the application deadline is coming up soon, so if people need a few extra days they should just contact me to let me know to expect their application.


SEASONAL EDUCATOR & NATURALIST positions are available with CENTER FOR ALASKAN COASTAL STUDIES in Homer for summer 2023 (May 29-September 4, 2023).

As an Environmental Educator, Naturalist or Intern with the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqKG677MCg$>, you'll have the opportunity to share your energy and enthusiasm by leading educational programs for children, school groups, locals, and visitors to Alaska. As a non-profit environmental education and stewardship organization, the CACS mission is to foster responsible interaction with our natural surroundings and to generate knowledge of the unique ecosystems of Kachemak Bay. We envision healthy ecosystems, engaged and connected communities, and inspired environmental stewards. Seasonal staff<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/about-us/jobs-volunteers.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqIgXlik0A$> are employed in these five unique locations: the Wynn Nature Center<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/guided-tours/wynn-nature-center.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqIN2zKT-w$> (a 145-acre boreal forest preserve), Inspiration Ridge Preserve<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/guided-tours/inspiration-ridge-preserve.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqJuz1wLbA$> (a stunning mosaic of forest, bogs, meadows, ponds and creeks), Peterson Bay Field Station<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/guided-tours/peterson-bay-field-station.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqK_y2V9Kg$> (a semi-rustic facility across Kachemak Bay and accessible only by boat), Yurt on the Spit<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/guided-tours/yurt-on-the-spit.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqKj0QCvdg$> (exploration of invertebrate life living on and around the Homer harbor docks), and the CACS Headquarters Building<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/guided-tours/headquarters.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqKFcwluZw$> in downtown Homer (where day camp starts and ends each day). Responsibilities vary by position.




Qualifications - successful CACS educators and naturalists are: •  able to work both independently and as part of a team •  eager to work with children and able to adapt programs to various ages •  able to maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude as challenges arrive •  capable of working long and irregular hours, as well as hiking and working in inclement coastal Alaskan weather (cold, windy, rainy)  •  able to take and give direction and feedback on a variety of topics •  have effective communication and strong interpersonal skills •  have current First Aid/CPR certification; WFA or WFR certification a plus, and •  have knowledge of or a strong interest in learning about marine life & intertidal ecology, boreal forest & human uses of plants, environmental education & natural history interpretation.




Benefits include compensation of $2,000 - $2,480 per month depending on experience (DOE) and responsibilities, plus shared housing.



Deadline for applications is January 11, 2023. Full job descriptions and information on applying can be found at: https://www.akcoastalstudies.org/about-us/jobs-volunteers.html <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.akcoastalstudies.org/about-us/jobs-volunteers.html__;!!HXCxUKc!yNYFnHd_4B2_Vg0JEm2vcdHYH3Eur0HL-NTx6OC5GGZJz3wt-xWviMfEYBx5j3JuPP0EMqgjSkYnhqIgXlik0A$>



If you have any questions about the positions, our organization, or life in Homer feel free to contact Katie Gavenus (907-299-0983, [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>)
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