Job vacancy Deputy Park Warden – Moriah Harbour Cay

The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) seeks to engage a Deputy Park Warden who will be responsible for Park enforcement and surveillance of species and habitat monitoring of Moriah Harbour Cay National Park.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct supervised prevention, enforcement, and compliance activities.
• Ensure the well-being of all visitors in the Park.
• Carry out the development and regular inspection of trails and other Park infrastructure.
• Apply control measures for invasive alien species (terrestrial and marine).
• Manage the National Park and adjacent areas.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of habitat restoration activities.
• Assist with the development and implementation of conservation monitoring plans.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Biophysical Monitoring Plan for the Bahamas National Protected Area System (BNPAS).
• Assist with planning and executing of activities in approved general management and strategic and operating plans.
• Provide support for BNT projects, partner projects, and initiatives.
• Provide written reports as required.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A high school diploma with at least three (3) BGCSEs (inclusive of English and Mathematics) with a C grade or above and at least five (5) years of experience working in Law Enforcement, OR a bachelor’s degree in a related field with no work experience.
• Experience or knowledge in working in Bahamian marine and terrestrial environments.
• Passion for the environment and a positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A competent swimmer.
• Must be comfortable and have some experience with being on a boat and the water.
• A SCUBA diving certification is a plus.
• Able to act under direst and handle confrontations.
• Able to work independently and as a part of a team in an accountable manner.
• Commitment to the BNT’s development, philosophy, principles, and goals.

22 May, 2024 (8 days left)