Park Interpretive Specialist (Seasonal)

Job Identification Number: JC-443168

Job Link: Park Interpretive Specialist 

Come join the State Parks team as a Park Interpretive Specialist (seasonal) in the beautiful Oceano Dunes District. The reporting location for this position is the Oceano Dunes District Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA 93445.

This position will work under the supervision of State Park Interpreter III. This position will plan, organize, and conduct Junior Ranger and Campfire programs; educational and school presentations in both classroom and park settings; structured interpretive and educational walks and tours; visitor center operations; and informal roving field interpretive and educational presentations using techniques, strategies and standards used within department and the profession. A Department and district approved uniform is required to be worn during work hours. Work hours will vary and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Applicants should have the following qualities: Ability to stand for prolonged periods; work under varied weather conditions; effectively communicate with visitors and other park staff; operate a computer and have basic understanding of Zoom or other video communication platforms; willingness to learn how to operate an off-highway vehicle; desire to learn about the natural, cultural and recreational history of Pismo State Beach and Oceano Dunes SVRA and to share this knowledge with the general public

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.

Occasional travel may be required.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Danielle Bronson at 805-773-7187, or Danielle.Bronson@parks.ca.gov.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Duties: 

• Using knowledge of the Natural, Cultural and Recreational Resources within the District, conduct interpretive activities for park visitors such as Oral presentation Multimedia presentations Hands on activities and craft projects for the Junior Ranger, school tours, and Campfire programs. 
• Using knowledge of the Natural, Cultural and Recreational Resources within the District, provide meaningful and accurate interpretive information to park visitors and conduct interpretive activities such as Informal talks, answering questions and utilizing tangible items for educational opportunities in settings including Educational Walks and Talks, Roving Interpretation, Visitor Center and Education Stations. 
• Work with general public and answer questions on rules, regulations, and facilities for the public and provides directions to the public, and promotes a positive relationship with park volunteers and the public through professional and friendly interactions. 

Qualifications:

• Equivalent to graduation from college (1) with major work in natural sciences or human history

OR 

• 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.

OR 

• Three years of experience in planning or implementing historical or natural resources interpretive programs involving extensive personal contact with groups and organizations. (Graduate work in interpretation, social sciences, natural sciences, communications, or closely related fields may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)

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:
Danielle Bronson
(805) 773-7187
danielle.bronson@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

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.