Park Interpretive Specialist (Seasonal)

Job Link: Park Interpretive Specialist (Seasonal) 

Job Identification Number: JC-437311

The Park Interpretive Specialist reporting location is La Purisima Mission State Historic Park, 2295 Purisima Road, Lompoc, CA 93436. The Park Interpretive Specialist will work under the supervision of the State Park Interpreter lll. 

The incumbent is responsible in assisting the lead SP Interpreter l with the development and delivery of regularly scheduled traditional interpretive programs including guided tours, living history programs and Junior Ranger programs as well as informal interpretive demonstrations. The incumbent will be responsible for working collaboratively with coworkers and with the Department’s PORTS Distance Learning Program to develop and deliver K-12 online educational programs using a variety of online applications and platforms.  The incumbent will participate in local community outreach programs as well as staffing the visitor center.

The position will work between sixteen (16) to twenty-eight (28) hours a week.  Work hours will vary, and applicants must be able to work days, weekends, holidays and special events.  The incumbent may work in other park units within Channel Coast District as directed. Ability to: Plan, organize, and conduct interpretive walks, tours, and campfire programs; plan and maintain exhibits and self-guided interpretive trails; organize material for presentation and address an audience effectively; prepare written material for reports and publication.

A Department and District approved uniform is required to be worn during work hours. Occasional travel may be required.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. 

Qualifications: 

• Equivalent to graduation from college with major work in natural sciences or human history, or with major work in education with specialization in natural science or human history.
• Full-time paid work performing duties similar to those listed under "TYPICAL TASKS" above may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required education on the basis of one season (three months) of experience being equal to one year of education.
• This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license.

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Ann Boggess
(805) 588-5396
Ann.Boggess@parks.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - Human Rights Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov

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