Trail Guide/Naturalist

~ Chimney Rock State Park is a North Carolina state park in Chimney Rock, Rutherford County, North Carolina in the United States. The 8,014-acre park is located 25 miles southeast of Asheville, North Carolina, and is owned and managed by the state of North Carolina. ~

Position Overview

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is looking for a seasonal Trail Guide - Naturalist to join our dynamic team. Our ideal Trail Guide candidate is responsible and outgoing and has a passion for the great outdoors. Responsibilities include lots of trail time, hiking and cleaning, basic animal husbandry, emergency response and on-the-spot environmental interpretation.

Hours and Length of Job:

• You will work an average of 40 hours weekly, usually in 10 hour days, giving you 3 days off each week.
• Our season typically lasts through October.

If you are a team player, can hike up to 7 miles a day, love customer service and nature, we’d love to hear from you.

Note: WFR or CPR certifications a plus!

Responsibilities

• Rove park trails and visitor areas to provide informal interpretation
• Provide basic (but excellent) animal husbandry
• Assist with trail maintenance
• Perform basic emergency response
• Deliver exceptional customer service

Qualifications

• Animal husbandry experience
• Trail building or carpentry skills
• Environmental education experience
• NCEE or NAI certification a plus
• Ability to hike up to 5 miles daily

Compensation

• Salary is $13.00 /hour.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Employee discounts
• Complimentary admission to area attractions
• Nature is your office

To Apply

• First, download and fill out the application here to start the conversation.
• Once you have finished, please click "Apply" below to email your application.