Naturalist - Part Time, Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School - Internal Candidates Only (747) at Merced County Office of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the administrative direction of the Principal – Outdoor Education Center, the Naturalist will fulfill those responsibilities necessary to implement a successful Environmental Education Program. Employee will be required to work a flexible workweek, which will include days, evenings, and some weekends. Hours per week will average forty (40). Employee will provide on-call emergency response services as part of his/her room and board package, which includes on-site accommodations and meals during the school program. View attached job description for complete details.
Requirements / Qualifications
The following documents are REQUIRED and must be uploaded to your Edjoin application before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) Resume 2) Copy of Transcripts or BA degree 3) **OPTIONAL: Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) Upon hire must be able to present: -Valid CPR and First Aid certificates. -Require a valid California driver’s license. -DMV-H6 (driving record) printout. -TB clearance. -High School Diploma. -Official College Transcripts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Training: BA/BS Degree with courses or equivalent training in natural sciences and/or recreation management and/or environmental sciences. Experience: One year of experience in a residential outdoor environmental education program or similar activity. Credentials and/or Skills: Valid CPR and First Aid certificates. Ability to work with children, adolescents and adults. Ability to lead singing and/or play a musical instrument. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV-H6 printout required
- Copy of Transcript
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
The following documents are REQUIRED and must be uploaded to your Edjoin application before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) Resume 2) Copy of Transcripts or BA degree 3) **OPTIONAL: Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) Upon hire must be able to present: -Valid CPR and First Aid certificates. -Require a valid California driver’s license. -DMV-H6 (driving record) printout. -TB clearance. -High School Diploma. -Official College Transcripts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Training: BA/BS Degree with courses or equivalent training in natural sciences and/or recreation management and/or environmental sciences. Experience: One year of experience in a residential outdoor environmental education program or similar activity. Credentials and/or Skills: Valid CPR and First Aid certificates. Ability to work with children, adolescents and adults. Ability to lead singing and/or play a musical instrument. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV-H6 printout required
- Copy of Transcript
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Anticipated Start Date is August 2026.
Housing and meals provided during instructional days.
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
Anticipated Start Date is August 2026.
Housing and meals provided during instructional days.
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
6/21/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/16/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$30.37 - $34.85 Per Hour
$30.37 - $34.85 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$30.37 - $34.85 per hour (Maximum entry salary is Step 3) (Plus housing and meals)
Length of Work Year
Up to 160 days per year, 8 hours per day
Employment Type
Part Time
Program
Camp Green Meadows Outdoor School
Location
FISH CAMP, CA (two miles from south entrance of Yosemite National Park)
Hours
Variable
Start Date
August 2026
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