Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve Multiple Positions

The DNERR has two main components, the Blackbird Creek Reserve in Townsend and the St. Jones Reserve in Dover. These sites include both brackish and freshwater estuaries, and represent the diverse estuarine ecosystems found throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

A variety of seasonal positions may be available at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR), in the Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy: 

Assistant Education Coordinator: $16.00 - will include creating and running school and public programs, developing instructional materials, creating content for social media, and assisting with the planning and coordination of special events and teacher trainings.  This position also helps with exhibit animal care.

Community Engagement Specialist: $16.00 - responsible for community engagement, volunteer coordination and communications. Duties include community outreach and events, developing print materials, social media content, etc., and volunteer program management.

Work is performed under various weather conditions. Additional work on weekends, evenings and holidays may be scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• May plan and lead daily activities for community outreach events, school outreach and public programs.
• May lead outdoor sport activities such as hikes, canoeing, boat trips and field trips.
• May assist with graphic design of printed brochures and program flyers.
• Ensure a fun, educational and safe environment for visitors.
• Assist in the upkeep and posting of materials to the Reserve social media sites.
• May supervise and manage volunteers.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude and have fun.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Assistant Education Coordinator

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. One year's experience working with children and young adults such as academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, classroom assistant or education teacher.
3. Knowledge of environmental education, biology, ecology or a related field.
4. Knowledge of various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating, rock climbing or swimming.
5. Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Community Engagement Specialist

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. One year’s experience in communications, public relations, marketing, customer service or related fields.
3. One year's experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
4. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
5. Knowledge of public speaking or interpretation.
6. Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before 8/10/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Please Note: Jobs that are struck through have already been filled.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.  

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.  

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.