Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary is located in McKinney, Texas. Founded in 1967, this 501(c)3 nonprofit organization is comprised of a 289-acre nature preserve and natural science museum. Our mission is to bring nature and people together to discover, enjoy, experience, restore and preserve our priceless environment. Learn more about Heard Museum employment opportunities below!
Overview
The mission of the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary (Heard) is to bring people and nature together to discover, enjoy, experience, restore, and preserve our priceless environment.
The Heard is looking for an individual who has a passion for sharing nature with others and a drive to help create the next generation of scientists, outdoor-enthusiasts, and conservation minded individuals. This part-time position will be primarily responsible for the development and implementation of the ropes course, canoe program, and overnight programs in the role of the Outdoor Adventures Manager.
This position is highly variable and hours and work days vary seasonally. Weekend and occasional evening availability required.
General Duties
Outdoor Adventures Manager Duties
The above duties reflect the general responsibilities necessary to describe the principal work functions of the job, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position.
Professional Standards – Qualified Applicant will:
Physical Qualifications – Qualified Applicant must be able to:
Other Qualifications
Education:
Degree in Environment Science, Outdoor Education or other related field would be a great asset.
Experience:
The Ropes Course at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary has positions available for PT Ropes Course Facilitators/ Belayers. Previous belaying experience is required and ACCT certification is preferred but not mandatory.
Responsibilities
REQUIRED: Belaying Experience
The Heard Natural Science Museum offers a High and Low Elements Ropes Course located within a beautiful deciduous forest tree canopy. Our programs are uniquely created to give each participant and team an invaluable set of tools for success. We have fourteen challenging elements!
The mission of the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary (Heard) is to bring people and nature together
to discover, enjoy, experience, restore, and preserve our priceless environment. The Heard is looking for an individual who has a passion for sharing nature with others and a drive to help create the next generation of scientists, outdoor-enthusiasts, and conservation minded individuals. This part-time position will be primarily responsible for the development and implementation of the ropes course and canoe program in the role of the Ropes Course Manager. This position is highly variable and hours and work days vary seasonally. Weekend and occasional evening availability required.
GENERAL DUTIES
Ropes Course Manager Duties
Overarching Duties
The above duties reflect the general responsibilities necessary to describe the principal work functions of the job, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position.
Professional Standards – Qualified Applicant will:
Physical Qualifications – Qualified Applicant must be able to:
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Degree in Environmental Science, Outdoor Education, or other related field would be a great asset.
Experience
Love animals? Apply for a position as an Animal Care Attendant at the Heard Museum! Animal Care Attendants provide quality care for all animals. This is not an education or outreach position and will not include live animal presentations.
Responsibilities include
Job Summary
The primary consideration of this position is quality care for all animals at the Heard Natural Science Museum. Applicants must be dedicated to the welfare of all animals, must possess good communication skills, and must have the ability to work as a team with other Animal Care staff. Previous animal husbandry experience is preferred but training will be provided. COVID-19 policies remain in place around animals and indoors, so masks must be worn at all times.
Hours
Mornings 8:30-12:30, weekends and holidays required.
Have you ever wondered if working in a nonprofit is right for you? A museum administration internship at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will give you the opportunity to see some of the workings of an established nonprofit and help many of the museum’s departments including membership, marketing, reservations, fundraising, events, and more depending on individual interest. Interns will gain an appreciation for the day to day operation of a nonprofit. The Heard is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, comprised of a natural science museum and wildlife sanctuary. We are currently looking for someone to work part time (10 hours per week). This is an unpaid volunteer position with a nonprofit organization, and may count toward course credit as applicable to your school’s requirements.
Requirements
Candidate must have skill in using personal computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Candidate should preferably have one year of work experience with general office equipment. Knowledge of museum and/or nonprofit practices is preferable. You MUST be self-motivated and able to handle new challenges without constant supervision. Multitasking and the ability to apply complex information are also important. You will serve as a member of a team and perform needed functions. Thus, acceptance of this internship position should be considered a sincere commitment.
The Intern Animal Curation Assistant will assist the Natural Sciences Curator in all animal care responsibilities. This is an unpaid volunteer position. No stipend or housing provided. The primary purpose of the Animal Curation Assistant is to provide for the basic care and needs of all captive animals that reside at the Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary.
Responsibilities include
Job Summary
The primary consideration of this position is quality care for all animals at the Heard Natural Science Museum. This position requires lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Walking and standing for long periods is required as is exposure to unpleasant odors, potential animal bites, scratches, contagious diseases, animal waste, hot and cold temperatures (outdoors).
Controls over Work
We are looking for a detail-oriented, customer-service driven individual to be the main contact and processor for program reservations (field trips, birthday parties, homeschool, preschool, summer camp, scouts, etc.). Previous reservation or customer service experience and computer proficiency (ex. MS Office, Outlook, and database use) required. Previous experience with Blackbaud’s Altru system and/or HTML a plus. Max hours per week: 20. If desired and qualified, position may be combined with a contract Museum Educator position for some additional hours. Background check required.
Do you have a love for children and an enthusiasm for nature? We are looking for a few dynamic individuals to round out our education staff. Previous teaching experience and a background in natural sciences preferred. Experience presenting with live animals desired.
Weekday and weekend positions available. Weekend opportunities include leading scout workshops and hosting birthday parties. Weekday opportunities include leading or assisting with weekly preschool and homeschool classes and school field trips during the academic year and summer camp in the summer. Scheduling is flexible and varies per week depending on programming needs. Background check required.
Love kids? Love nature and the outdoors? We are looking for a few summer camp teachers and assistants to provide a fun and educational experience for our day campers. If you are at least 16 years old and have a positive, enthusiastic attitude, and enjoy spending time outside, then this might be the summer job for you!
Lead teachers must be 18 years old and have previous experience teaching, preferably in a science or environmental education field. Must be comfortable presenting/handling live animals in a group setting (previous experience helpful, but not required). Assistants must be at least 16 years old and previous experience with children in a group setting is preferred.
See camp page for camp weeks (coming soon). Hours: 9:00am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Please note all applications will be processed in late spring. Applicants will be contacted at that time.
Have you ever wondered if working in a nonprofit is right for you? A marketing internship at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will give you the opportunity to see some of the workings of an established nonprofit and help with the organization’s general promotional efforts. Interns will gain an appreciation for the overall impact media relations have on the Museum’s reputation and outreach. The Heard is a 501 c-3, comprised of a natural science museum and wildlife sanctuary. We are currently looking for someone to work part time (maximum 10 hours a week). This is an unpaid volunteer position with a nonprofit organization, and may count toward course credit as applicable to your school’s requirements.
Requirements
Candidate must have a background (school or work) in marketing, journalism, or similar field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Candidate should preferably be familiar with marketing strategies. Graphic design skills are preferable (Photoshop, Illustrator, Publisher, or similar). You MUST be self-motivated and able to handle new challenges without constant supervision. Multitasking and the ability to apply complex information are also important. You will serve as a member of a team and perform needed functions. Thus, acceptance of this internship position should be considered a sincere commitment.
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