2026 Nature Education Application

Howell Nature Center - Nature Education Application
Thank you for your interest in applying to be a Nature Educator with the Howell Nature Center. We are currently hiring for our Spring 2026 Season with training starting on March 16, 2026.

Before applying, please review the job description: Nature Educator Job Description

Please note that this is not a wildlife position, and does not involve any direct contact with animals.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Becky Murthum at beckym@howellnaturecenter.org.
I. Personal Information
Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Email Address*
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Phone Number*
Are you over 18 years old?
Current Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Are you a US Citizen?*

YESNO
If you are NOT a US Citizen, do you have a work Visa?*

YESNO
Work Visa #
Expiration Date

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List any friends or Relatives working at the Howell Nature Center:*
II. General Information
Is there a subject area that interests you the most?*

Nature EducationOutdoor Education & RecreationWildlife EducationAdventure EducationCultural EducationCamp / Evening Programs
Expected Salary Range:*
Are you interested in working:*

Full-TimePart-TimeTemporary
Please select your availability*

Monday (Day)Monday (Evening)Tuesday (Day)Tuesday (Evening)Wednesday (Day)Wednesday (Evening)Thursday (Day)Thursday (Evening)Friday (Day)Friday (Evening)Saturday (Day)Saturday (Evening)Sunday (Day)Sunday (Evening)Other
How many hours in a week do you hope to work?*

0-10 hours11-20 hours21-30 hours31-40 hours
If employment is offered, when will you be able to start?*

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Date
Select all the certifications you currently have or trainings that you have currently completed.

First AidCPRWilderness First AidWilderness First ResponderWilderness EMTACCT Level 1 Challenge Course Operator CertificationACCT Level 2 Challenge Course Operator CertificationACCT Certified Challenge Course ManagerEnvironmental Education Certification (Provided by MAEOE or NAAEE)Lifeguard and Water SafetyBoaters LicenseHealth OfficerLevel 1 Archery Instructor CertificationLevel 2 Archery Instructor CertificationCrisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) TrainingYouth Mental Health First Aid
Why do you want to work as a Nature Educator at the Howell Nature Center?*
III. Military Service Record
Have you had any experience in the Armed Forces of the US or in the State National Guard?*

YESNO
If yes, what branch:
Rank at discharge:
Date of Discharge:
Special / Technical Training
Are you in the Reserves*

YESNO
Date Obligation Ends

MonthDayYear
Date
Special / Technical Training
Howell Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, employment transfer and promotion of employees. Howell Nature Center will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, disability/handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable laws.
IV. Education
Did you attend High School or equivalent?*

YESNO
Diploma Received?*

YESNO
Name of High School*
City*
Did you attend College?*

YESNO
Degree Received?*

YESNO
Name of College*
City*
Major Field of Study in College*
Did you attend Graduate School?*

YESNO
Degree Received?*

YESNO
Name of Graduate School*
City*
Major Field of Study in Graduate School*
Did you attend Business / Trade School?*

YESNO
Degree Received?*

YESNO
Name of Business / Trade School*
City*
Major Field of Study:*
Did you attend something OTHER?*

YESNO
Degree Received?*

YESNO
Name of Other*
City*
Major Field of Study *
V. Employment History

Begin with your most recent employer.
Employer
Address
Phone Number
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Supervisor
Reason for Leaving
Work Performed
Employer
Address
Phone Number
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Supervisor
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Employer
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Supervisor
Reason for Leaving
Work Performed
May we contact your present employer?*

YESNONot Currently Employed
May we contact you at your present business phone?*

YESNODo Not have a business phone
VI. References

List three references the Howell Nature Center can contact about you. Include at least TWO professional references. Do NOT include relatives
Reference 1 - Name
Full Name
Reference 1 - Email
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Reference 1 - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference 1 - Years of Acquaintance
Reference 2 - Name
Full Name
Reference 2 - Email
example@example.com
Reference 2 - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference 2 - Years of Acquaintance
Reference 3 - Name
Full Name
Reference 3 - Email
example@example.com
Reference 3 - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference 3 - Years of Acquaintance
VII. Additional Information
Have you been convicted of a crime?*

YESNO
When and Nature of offense:*
VII. Authorization and Understanding

Please read carefully
Release of Prior Personnel Records

By signing this application, I agree that all of the information nor later given by me in support of my application for employment is true and complete. I give Howell Nature Center my permission to verify any of the information concerning my employment and education with the appropriate individuals, organization, or governmental agencies. By signing this application, I release Howell Nature Center from any liability whatsoever arising out of any information request or disclosure. I agree that any false information in support of my application may subject me to discharge at any time during my employment.
At-Will Employment Status

I AGREE THAT EITHER PARTY MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP, WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE, AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, AND I FURTHER AGREE THAT THIS ARRANGEMENT MAY ONLY BE CHANGED BY THE CEO OF HOWELL NATURE CENTER, IN WRITING, DIRECTED TO ME PERSONALLY, AND SIGNED BY THE CEO. I agree that I shall be bound by other rules, policies, regulations and terms and conditions of employment of Howell Nature Center as they are from time to time changed and that no additional obligations can be imposed by me on Howell Nature Center except those which have been acknowledged, in writing, by the CEO. I further agree that my employment is conditional upon satisfactory completion of documentation as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and the Child Welfare Licensing Act (#116 of the Public Acts of 1973).
Handicap Accommodation Request

I understand that Michigan law requires employers to make accommodations to handicapped applicants and employees, where the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the employer. I further understand handicapped employees and applicants may request an accommodation of their handicap by notifying Howell Nature Center in writing of the need for accommodation within 182 days of the date the handicapper knows or should know that an accommodation is needed. Failure to properly notify Howell Nature Center will preclude any claim that the employer failed to accommodate the handicapper.
Limitation on Time for Employment Lawsuits

I AGREE THAT ANY ACTION OR LAWSUIT AGAINST HOWELL NATURE CENTER ARISING OUT OF MY EMPLOYMENT OR TERMINATION OR EMPLOYMENT, SHALL BE BROUGHT WITHIN ONE YEAR, OR SUCH SHORTER PERIOD OF TIME IF PROVIDED BY LAW OR STATUTE, OF THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIMS OR BE FOREVER BARRED. I WAIVE ANY LIMITATION PERIOD TO THE CONTRARY.
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Howell Nature Center - Nature Education Application

I. Personal Information

II. General Information

III. Military Service Record

IV. Education

V. Employment History

VI. References

VII. Additional Information

VII. Authorization and Understanding

Release of Prior Personnel Records

At-Will Employment Status

Handicap Accommodation Request

Limitation on Time for Employment Lawsuits