Site Host

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.

Compensation:

$19.00 / hour

Essential Functions:

• Open/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.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must have an RV, a valid driver’s license, and a personal cell phone with the service provider.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

• Ability 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.

• Ability to drive utility vehicle, ATV, riding mower, tractor, and/or 12-15 passenger van a plus.

• 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 walk at least 2 miles 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 preferred.

• First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

• Multi-lingual preferred (Spanish, English, ASL, etc.)

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.

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