Conservation Ambassador Part-Time

Conservation Ambassador Part-Time (Temporary)

ROLE & LEVEL/GRADE: A1 / 2

Department: Conservations (Grant)
Reports To: MUVE Program Manager

This is a part time, grant funded, temporary position. The duration of the position is February 2026 through September 2026.

SUMMARY:

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Frost Science, is seeking a part-time Conservation Ambassador (Temporary) to assist the Museum Volunteers for the Environment (MUVE) program to facilitate habitat restoration and biodiversity monitoring in South Florida as part of the Miami Community ResilientSea Project. MUVE is a volunteer-based environmental enhancement program that uses community science, habitat restoration, outreach, eco-art, and science exhibits to engage the local community in enhancing coastal environments in Miami. Ambassadors must have a strong interest in natural sciences, as well as strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a passion for conservation.

This ambassadorship position provides an exceptional opportunity to directly impact both people and the environment in a positive way. Eligible candidates can be enrolled in an academic program that will allow them to receive credit for completing this position.

About the Miami Community ResilientSea Project:

The Miami Community ResilientSea Project is Miami's holistic sustainability-based citizen science or community science initiative that unites science, education, and grassroots action to restore habitats and advance climate resilience across Miami-Dade County. The project focuses on communities most vulnerable to the effects of climate but are the least resourced to address them. Key partners on the project include Black Women in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Science, Debris Free Oceans, Miami Waterkeeper, the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Rescue a Reef, and the CLEO Institute. The Black Women in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Science (BWEEMS) is a global non-profit dedicated to increasing the representation and influence of Black women in STEM. With 750+ members spanning 28 countries, they empower emerging and established scientists through mentorship, professional development, and community-driven opportunities.

SALARY: $15/hour

LOCATION: Miami, Florida

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 10-20 hours a week.

• Availability for Saturday events and Thursday morning staff workdays is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support habitat restoration activities, facilitate biodiversity monitoring initiatives, promote community engagement.
• Attend weekly staff workdays, monthly public workdays, and special events (City Nature Challenge, Earth Day, Baynanza).
• Conduct outreach in-person and online to promote the City Nature Challenge and the Miami Community ResilientSea Project.
• Miami ResilientSea Project social media takeover including a minimum of 4 posts with videos/pictures with captions.
• Develop engaging social media content to increase visibility and participation in the City Nature Challenge.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and facilitating City Nature Challenge and Miami Community ResilientSea events.
• Individual ambassadorship project related to habitat enhancement and aligned with MUVE's mission.
• Lead outreach events throughout Miami-Dade County at festivals and schools.
• Develop and complete special projects as needed.
• Perform other assigned tasks.

SKILLS AND OPPORTUNITIES GAINED

• Volunteer management and delegation skills as applied to monthly workdays and specific service events.

• Science communication skills gained through training and participation in public education and outreach at the museum and offsite.

• A comprehensive understanding of habitat enhancement, biodiversity monitoring, and invasive species management in South Florida.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Background or interest in native plants, community science, community engagement, science communication, environmental science, or STEM education.
• Familiarity with Florida flora/fauna and ecology.
• Reliable and punctual, with good attendance and strong communication skills.
• Positive attitude and the ability to work well with different personalities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, familiar with iNaturalist.
• Black Women in Ecology, Evolution and Marine Science (BWEEMS) membership.
• Interest in Frost Science's mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical requirements stated represent those necessary for an individual to fulfill the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made for qualified individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires occasionally working with tools. The employee must occasionally bend, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on select occasions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those as employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is regularly performed outdoors, often under direct sunlight in the summer heat, light rain, or other adverse weather conditions, with some office work as well.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Background clearance.
• Drug screening as part of the Drug Free Workplace Program.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a citizen of a U.S. territory.