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Lead. Educate. Inspire. Protect Natural Spaces.  Join the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation team as the next leader of Daggerwing Nature Center.

 

This is an exciting opportunity to guide a mission-driven nature center, connect people with the environment, and oversee programs that make a lasting impact on the community.

 

As the Nature Center Manager II, you will:

  • Direct and supervise the daily operations of Daggerwing Nature Center and its boardwalk.
  • Plan, develop, and evaluate environmental education and outdoor recreation programs.
  • Manage the Nature Center’s budget and administrative operations.
  • Maintain strong public relations and represent the Nature Center to schools, partners, and environmental agencies.
  • Oversee exhibits, animal husbandry, and facility maintenance.
  • Coordinate community engagement initiatives.
  • Lead staff and volunteers in delivering high-quality visitor experiences.

 

Be part of a passionate team dedicated to environmental stewardship, education, and community service.

 

YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT

  • Shape the vision and direction of a highly visited nature center
  • Develop programs that inspire curiosity, environmental awareness, and outdoor exploration
  • Ensure safe, engaging, and educational experiences for visitors of all ages
  • Build partnerships with schools, advisory boards, environmental groups, and nonprofit organizations
  • Support wildlife care and exhibit management
  • Lead a team committed to conservation, education, and exceptional service

 

We create opportunities for healthy, happy living!

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field; minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in a nature center or similar facility,

OR

 

 

  • An unrelated Bachelor’s Degree; minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in a nature center or similar facility,

OR

 

  • An Associate’s Degree; minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a nature center or similar facility,

OR

 

  • Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in a nature center or similar facility.

 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S)

The selected candidate for this position MUST:

  • Obtain a First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification within six (6) months of hire.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Experience developing and teaching science, environmental education, or outdoor recreational programs,
  • Experience working with advisory boards, steering committees, or non-profit organizations,
  • Experience handling and caring for native and/or exotic wildlife, and
  • Experience supervising, coordinating, and delegating to staff/volunteers.