Lindblad Expeditions

Naturalist- Japan Ornithology Focus Only

United States · Staff+

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 50 days ago

RESTCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingAdaptabilityMicrosoft Office

About the role

Additionally, the position will work with the rest of the Field Staff in the delivery of the program and guest experience on a daily basis.
The position should expect to work varying hours each day, based on the itinerary.

Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, this person is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.
This person will also be required to write and type.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.
The position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Skills

Focus on Japan ornithology knowledge and experience communicating to a variety of audiences.
Experience leading educational hikes and interactive programs focused on ornithology in Japan.

Compensation

STATEMENT Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for contracts and positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data.
We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
Our posted daily range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization.
We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued.
We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Company info

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".
This position supports the expedition as the expert and specialist in natural history for particular regions and itineraries around the world based on subject matter expertise. Additionally, the position will work with the rest of the Field Staff in the delivery of the program and guest experience on a daily basis.
The position should expect to work varying hours each day, based on the itinerary. The position is responsible for creating and presenting engaging presentations and recaps, lead guests on off-ship activities, provide in-the-field interpretation, and assist with general care of Field Staff equipment and spaces. It is essential that this person have excellent social skills as they will be expected to dine with guests and work in a multinational environment and live in close quarters.
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel.
From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".
This position supports the expedition as the expert and specialist in natural history for particular regions and itineraries around the world based on subject matter expertise.
The position is responsible for creating and presenting engaging presentations and recaps, lead guests on off-ship activities, provide in-the-field interpretation, and assist with general care of Field Staff equipment and spaces.
It is essential that this person have excellent social skills as they will be expected to dine with guests and work in a multinational environment and live in close quarters.
The Japan o rnithology focused Naturalist supports the expedition as the expert and specialist in o rnithology for our voyages.
For this role, we are looking for candidates with expertise specifically in o rnithology of Japan, and can only consider applicants who meet the following requirements.
Please do not apply if you a do not have Japan o rnithology expertise and experience in the Expedition Cruising industry.
Communicates complex ornithology related concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, ranging from small groups to large audiences.
Creatively engages with guests and shares knowledge in ways that are personable, comfortable, and that inspire continued learning opportunities and discussion.
Additional duties may be added at any time.
Consistently represent Lindblad Expeditions with integrity and professionalism.
Lead or assist with operations such as hiking, inflatable boat tours, kayak, stand up paddleboard, snorkel, cross country ski, and snowshoe operations, as well as coach tours, cultural/culinary/historical tours or other planned activities in the voyage itinerary.
Offer relevant and engaging in-the-field and on board interpretation to guests throughout the voyage.
Participate in evening recaps to highlight guests' daily experiences.
Prepare several PowerPoint (or similar) presentations of 30-40 minutes in length, to highlight particular and relevant themes specific to the voyage.
Respond to on board and in the field requests in a timely manner and remain highly visible to guests throughout the voyage.
Mitigate guest concerns and complaints as best as possible and bring them to the attention of the Expedition Leader or Assistant Expedition Leader, as needed.
On more culturally-focused itineraries, accompany guests ashore with local guides, and act as the representative of Lindblad Expeditions.
While ashore, position should monitor for quality control of these excursions and report any concerns to Expedition Leader or Assistant Expedition Leader.
Eat meals with guests and make an effort to dine with a variety of people over the course of each voyage.
Participate in on board duties related to the guest experience, such as monitor wildlife, clean Field Staff gear and spaces, deliver communications to guests, create on board educational materials, assist the NAT/CPI with photo collection at the end of a voyage, assist the AEL/BCC with duties (i.e., inventory, organization), capture and submit daily expedition photos, assist with luggage movement, support at hospitality suite or other off-ship venues.

Equal opportunity

EMPLOYER STATEMENT At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet.
As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization.
We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued.
We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Visa & Work Authorization

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