Site Host

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Audubon · San Antonio, TX

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$19.00 / hourAdditional Job DescriptionEssential FunctionsOpen/Close the front gate to visitors at the appropriate time.Provide assistance in set-up/clean-up of facility rentals.Unlock/Lock Visitor Center at opening/closing.Check trails and roads before opening/closing for obstacles due to weather, overgrowth, or visitors.Check/restock supplies at the pavilion bathroom during opening/closing.Check/restock supplies at center bathrooms during opening/closing.Communicate supply and maintenance needs to the Center Resource Coordinator.Provide customer service support as assigned.Partner with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.Qualifications and Experience:Must have an RV, a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive utility vehicle, ATV, riding mower, tractor, and/or 12-15 passenger van a plus.Must have a personal cell phone with the service provider.Proficiency in Microsoft Office requiredAbility to make sound decisions related to safety and security.Must be eager to learn and share knowledge.Must be comfortable working with youth and the public.Must be self-motivated and able to both follow directions and work independently.Must demonstrate the ability to be reliable and punctual.Preferred experience as a park host or work camper in a state or national park setting.Preferred experience in general maintenance, working with the public, and/or in customer service roles.Bird and plant identification experience (especially as it relates to Texas) is a plus but not required.Ability to traverse at least 2 miles with or without accommodation to conduct trail sweep preferred.Ability to lead walking tours and programs while outdoors on and off-trail preferred.Experience with active, outdoor work, including hiking and observing wildlife in physically strenuous settings, variable weather conditions, remote locations, and hazardous terrain preferredFirst Aid and CPR certification is preferred.Multi-lingual preferred (Spanish, English, ASL, etc.)Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate bHealth insuranceRemote work optionsEquity / stock options

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About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. Position Summary : Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is a 1,200-acre wildlife refuge, located in south San Antonio, TX. The property is owned by the local water utility, San Antonio Water System (SAWS), and managed by the National Audubon Society. The historic Leeper House serves as its visitor center, with a small education pavilion on property. The site includes 7.5 miles of both walking and/or driving trails. The center and the surrounding grounds are open year-round and attract visitors from all over the world. Being a part of the Audubon team means making a difference for conservation. The Site Host position is a part-time, seasonal position assisting with essential end of day and after hours' functions related to guest safety and facility support and security. Site Hosts support Mitchell Lake Audubon Center by ensuring all visitors have left the property at the close of business hours and securing the gates and parking lot. Training provided as needed. Site Hosts can expect to work an average of 5-10 hours per scheduled week. This position is based on workcamper/park host positions at state and national parks across the country. The Site Host positions are filled by RV campers and are required to live on-site in their personal RV on one of Audubon's two RV pads. RV sites are equipped with water, sewer, and electricity hook-ups. Site Hosts share closing responsibilities with staff as needed. Length of Assignments: May 2026 - August 2026 Hours: Minimum 5 - 10 hrs Location: Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, 10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX This position is classified as on-site based at Audubon Texas - Mitchell Lake Center in San Antonio, TX.

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