Employment Opportunities
Position Title: 2026 Part-time Summer Program Assistant (approx. 10-12 hours per week)
Location: Rancocas Nature Center, Westampton, NJ 08060
Reports to: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification: Seasonal - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, June 16 to August 6 (dates/hours TBD)
Location: Rancocas Nature Center, Westampton, NJ 08060
Reports to: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification: Seasonal - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, June 16 to August 6 (dates/hours TBD)
Job Description:
The Rancocas Nature Center is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work with our staff during the
summer program season. The Part-time Summer Program Assistant will work with Rancocas staff and
volunteers and help facilitate environmental education programs. The candidate will gain valuable
education experience and natural history knowledge while learning group management in an outdoor
setting.
Major Responsibilities:
• Responsibilities may include crafts, activities, games, and daily set-up and breakdown of outdoor
educational areas
• Work in cooperation with Rancocas teacher naturalists and/or environmental educators and
facilitate group management and safety concerns
• Assist with daily programs and supervision of children at the center and on the trails
• Learn about the components of age-appropriate curriculum and daily lessons
• Help with care and maintenance of the resident animals, grounds, gardens, and trail system
Job-related Skills:
• Good communication skills, especially with children and young adults.
• A strong interest in the natural world
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Strong computer and internet skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently, as necessary
Qualifications:
• Experience working with children and groups
• Majoring in education, science, environmental studies, natural resources or like field
• Ability to work outdoors, hike 2-5 miles, and to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation
Starting Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (or agreed upon alternative during that week)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026
Send resume and cover letter via email to: Sanctuary Director Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual
orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
The Rancocas Nature Center is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to work with our staff during the
summer program season. The Part-time Summer Program Assistant will work with Rancocas staff and
volunteers and help facilitate environmental education programs. The candidate will gain valuable
education experience and natural history knowledge while learning group management in an outdoor
setting.
Major Responsibilities:
• Responsibilities may include crafts, activities, games, and daily set-up and breakdown of outdoor
educational areas
• Work in cooperation with Rancocas teacher naturalists and/or environmental educators and
facilitate group management and safety concerns
• Assist with daily programs and supervision of children at the center and on the trails
• Learn about the components of age-appropriate curriculum and daily lessons
• Help with care and maintenance of the resident animals, grounds, gardens, and trail system
Job-related Skills:
• Good communication skills, especially with children and young adults.
• A strong interest in the natural world
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Strong computer and internet skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently, as necessary
Qualifications:
• Experience working with children and groups
• Majoring in education, science, environmental studies, natural resources or like field
• Ability to work outdoors, hike 2-5 miles, and to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation
Starting Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (or agreed upon alternative during that week)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026
Send resume and cover letter via email to: Sanctuary Director Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual
orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Title: Part-time Auxiliary Environmental Educator
Location: Rancocas Nature Center, Westampton, NJ 08060
Reports to: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification: Part-time Position - Schedule is determined by programming
JOB DESCRIPTION: The part-time auxiliary environmental educator provides natural science programs and environmental education
to program participants and the general public. The auxiliary environmental educator under the direction of the sanctuary director,
takes part in programming and the operation of a nature center and its trails. The ideal candidate would also take an active role in
promoting the Rancocas Nature Center as a membership-based, non-profit environmental organization.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Educational Programming and Visitor Services:
• Conduct science-based natural history education for scheduled programs at the nature center
• Assist in the planning and development of educational materials, working closely with Rancocas staff
• Interact with visitors to the center through answering inquiries about the natural world and the center, as needed
General:
• Interact with staff, volunteers, and the public as necessary
• Help with care and maintenance of the grounds, gardens, and trail system, as needed
• Strive to increase Rancocas Nature Center membership base, as appropriate
• Assume additional responsibilities related to the nature store, resident animals, visitors, and grounds, as needed
Knowledge/Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management skills
• Excellent oral and written skills required
• Strong computer and internet skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Professional
• Ability to work outdoors and hike 2-4 miles
Qualifications:
• B.A. or B.S., with major in science, environmental science or science education preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated knowledge of the natural history of NJ
• Experience teaching in a nature center setting or its equivalent
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate (to be provided by the Rancocas Nature Center).
• Must have reliable transportation, have the physical capacity to walk throughout the land and buildings of the sanctuary, and be
able to move materials and to lift 25 lbs.
Starting Date: Employment can start upon approval of the candidate
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled
Qualified individuals may apply by emailing resumes with cover letters to: Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org.
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer
Reports to: Sanctuary Director
Job Classification: Part-time Position - Schedule is determined by programming
JOB DESCRIPTION: The part-time auxiliary environmental educator provides natural science programs and environmental education
to program participants and the general public. The auxiliary environmental educator under the direction of the sanctuary director,
takes part in programming and the operation of a nature center and its trails. The ideal candidate would also take an active role in
promoting the Rancocas Nature Center as a membership-based, non-profit environmental organization.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Educational Programming and Visitor Services:
• Conduct science-based natural history education for scheduled programs at the nature center
• Assist in the planning and development of educational materials, working closely with Rancocas staff
• Interact with visitors to the center through answering inquiries about the natural world and the center, as needed
General:
• Interact with staff, volunteers, and the public as necessary
• Help with care and maintenance of the grounds, gardens, and trail system, as needed
• Strive to increase Rancocas Nature Center membership base, as appropriate
• Assume additional responsibilities related to the nature store, resident animals, visitors, and grounds, as needed
Knowledge/Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Team player
• Punctual with effective time management skills
• Excellent oral and written skills required
• Strong computer and internet skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Professional
• Ability to work outdoors and hike 2-4 miles
Qualifications:
• B.A. or B.S., with major in science, environmental science or science education preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated knowledge of the natural history of NJ
• Experience teaching in a nature center setting or its equivalent
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate (to be provided by the Rancocas Nature Center).
• Must have reliable transportation, have the physical capacity to walk throughout the land and buildings of the sanctuary, and be
able to move materials and to lift 25 lbs.
Starting Date: Employment can start upon approval of the candidate
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled
Qualified individuals may apply by emailing resumes with cover letters to: Susan Buffalino at
susan.buffalino@rancocasnaturecenter.org.
The Rancocas Nature Center does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. The Rancocas Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer