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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Applications for part-time seasonal Teaching, Captain, and Deckhand positions may be submitted at any time throughout the year. Requirements and application instructions can be found below. RiverQuest is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Here are our CURRENT OPENINGS:

1. Summer Program counselor position

College Students and College Grads: Summer temporary position working with summer programs, science daycamp and 2-week teen residential camp. Valid drivers license and clean driving record required. Act 33/34 clearances, FBI clearance and pre-empl drug test required. Education background and foreign languages a plus.

Position runs early July through approximately August 10, 2013. $10-$13/hr based on experience. Two of the camp weeks require 24/7 on-site. First two and last two weeks have more limited hours. Male applicants particularly needed. Send resume and letter to info@riverquest.org.

We accept applications year-round.

RiverQuest accepts applications year-round for part-time seasonal CAPTAIN positions. These are generally 2-6 days per week in season, 4-8+ hour days, including daytime, evening and/or weekend hours. Hourly rate $20-25. When positions are open, these are posted prominently.

Qualifications and Requirements:

CAPTAINS must have experience operating vessel 65 feet or larger,

100-T Masters license, and knowledge of boat electrical and mechanical systems.

REQUIREMENTS:

pre-employment Drug Testing and Random Drug Testing program participation

boating experience
knowledge of boat electrical and mechanical systems
Act 34/151 clearance, FBI clearance and other security clearances
Must enjoy working with children and the public

Application Process for this position:

See below for instructions on how to submit your application.

ONBOARD EDUCATORS:

RiverQuest accepts applications year-round for part-time education/docent staff. These are generally 2-4 days per week in season, 4-8+ hour days, including daytime, evening and/or weekend hours. Hourly rate $10-$12. Positions typically filled prior to spring and fall school seasons. When positions are open, these are posted prominently.

Qualified individuals have a unique opportunity to teach science, math, and environmental education onboard our floating classroom. The current season begins with mid-February training and runs through mid to late June. Teaching staff can also serve as customer service stewards, teaching crew leaders, and offsite presenters.

These are part-time SEASONAL positions, generally 2-5 days per week in season, 4-8+hour days. Teaching crew members are hired to work daytime, evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelors degree in education, science or related field
Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: freshwater ecosystems, water quality, navigation, aquatic life, green science & sustainability
Previous teaching experience in formal or non-formal setting preferred
Enjoy working with children and the public
Willingness to work in the outdoors, around water, and onboard a boat
Act 34/151 clearance, FBI clearance and other security clearances
Pre-employment Drug Testing and Random Drug Testing program participation

Application Process for this position:

See below for instructions on how to submit your application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
RiverQuest is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants in accordance with all relevant laws, regulations, and orders.

RiverQuest will, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, except where any such factor is a bona fide occupational qualification:

Hire the best applicant who possesses the necessary skills, education, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job for which he or she is applying.
Promote, upgrade, demote, or transfer an employee.
Select an employee for a training program and train an employee during employment.
Establish rates of pay and conditions of privileges of employment.

How to Submit an Application For Employment

Applications for employment should include a cover letter and a current resume. These may be submitted in any of three ways:

1. By US Mail

RiverQuest

1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 2001

Pittsburgh, PA 15233

2. By Email

Send letter and resume as Microsoft Word or Text attachments to info@riverquest.org. Please indicate the position for which you are applying on the subject line of the email.

3. By Fax

Fax letter and resume to 412-231-2880. Please indicate position in which you are interested on the cover page.

When hiring, RiverQuest will call candidates to set up interview appointments. For applicants not selected for interviews or positions, a letter will be sent to the address you provide in your application materials.

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