Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles, and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist. Job Summary: Under close supervision, the Research Specialist is responsible for coordinating field research and education programs. Duties involve collecting scientific observations, curating large datasets, supervising volunteers and AmeriCorps members, managing equipment, and developing science-based communications, including public educati