Canoe Guide; seasonal

Canoe Guide Part-time/Seasonal

The Chattahoochee Nature Center has job openings for Seasonal Canoe Guides. Canoe Guides are responsible for leading trips for the public and providing interpretation, safety, and exceptional customer service to visitors during river (2 ½ hour) and pond canoe programs (1 ½ hour). Trips provide opportunities for both adults and children to learn about the natural history of the plants and animals of the Chattahoochee River as well as the important water quality issues associated with it.

Guides must also provide canoeing instruction.

This is a seasonal, part‑time, non‑exempt position that reports to the Education Programs Manager. Guides commit to signing up for at least 4 evening river programs and at least 1 daytime river program or pond program per month. Additional hours are available through guiding with the canoe rentals program on the weekends or at one of CNC’s ponds. Approximately 25 hours of availability per month is required for guides in CNC’s standard canoe program with an additional 15 hours per month required for the rentals program.

All trips may not occur.

Seasonal Position, mid‑March – November. The majority of programs occur on the weekends during daytime and evening hours, including Friday evenings.

• Guide at least 4 evening programs a month, sharing information on the natural history of the Chattahoochee River.
• Guide at least 1 daytime program a month, providing an introduction to canoeing or a daytime river program.
• Attend mandatory classroom and on‑water training (scheduled March and April).
• Transport canoes and gear to the river, and assist in gear maintenance (includes lifting).
• Participate in end‑of‑season close‑up, including hauling gear to off‑season storage.
• Support the efforts of all staff and volunteers at CNC.
• Assist in managing and organizing canoe supplies as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Experience teaching or working with the public in an outdoor setting.
• Background in environmental education, natural history, education, or camps.

• Must be able to lift and carry a canoe (50 lb+).
• Ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in any conditions (heat, cold, potential inclement weather).
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

• College degree or actively pursuing degree, or equivalent experience.

• Moderate to advanced canoe skills on the river (including ability to swim).
• Excellent instruction skills, including teaching canoeing skills.
  
  Dependability and professionalism with groups.
• Interpretation experience in a natural setting preferred.
• Knowledge of GA natural history and ecology (additional training provided).
• Exceptional Customer Service.
• CPR/First Aid Training (training provided).
• Enthusiasm and respect for nature.