Naturalist (Buck Creek) - 20072679

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Springfield, OH

What We Need
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of part-time permanent Naturalist within the Division of Parks & Watercraft , headquartered at Buck Creek State Park in Clark County . The address is 1976 Buck Creek Lane Springfield, OH 45502. To learn more about Buck Creek State Park, please visit Buck Creek State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
This is a permanent part-time position budgeted for 1300 hours per fiscal year (approximately 25 hours per week). This position will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What You Will Do…
Develop, plan & conduct interpretive programs for the general public & special interest groups
Perform public relations, marketing activities & advertisement of programs
Build network of volunteers & coordinate related educational programs
Provide care and daily maintenance of live animals
Lead visitors on excursions in the park & waterways of the state making safety the highest priority
Starting hourly pay of $22.96/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $27.92/hr.
There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside exposed to weather, poisonous reptiles or infectious animal bites, & scratches & unpleasant odors.
18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in preparing &/or presenting educational materials concerning wildlife & plants; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; valid driver’s license.
Or completion of associate degree core coursework in natural sciences (e.g., biology, botany, zoology); valid driver’s license.
Or 12 mos. exp. as Naturalist Aide, 22540; valid driver’s license.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Natural Resources
Technical Skills: Parks & Recreation
Professional Skills: Presenting, Customer Focus
Organization
Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
Robin D'Errico, [email protected], 614-265-6984
Unposting Date
Feb 25, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Clark
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Clark County-Springfield
Compensation
$22.96/hr.
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
Varies (incl nights/wknds/holidays)
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Natural Resources
Technical Skills
Parks and Recreation
Professional Skills
Customer Focus, Presenting
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Posted 2026-02-12

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