Park Interpreter

ABOUT THE POSITION

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Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.

The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District has opportunities for Park Interpreters at the Gilman Ranch/San Timoteo Schoolhouse in Banning and at the Santa Rosa Plateau/Alamos Schoolhouse near Murrieta.

The Park Interpreter will assist in developing and conducting a natural science and historical interpretive program in an area of the Regional Park and Open Space District; assist in training other personnel in interpretive techniques; plan events, assist with presentations and tours, drive to different locations, prepare scripts/programs; and do other work as required.

Competitive experience includes event planning and interpretive writing such as writing scripts or programs for a park or site.

Additionally, experience in educating children and the public is highly desired.

If you love history and enjoy sharing what you know in a fun and inviting way, apply today!

This position requires being outdoors, so applicants who enjoy being outdoors or with a naturalist, park ranger, or similar background are encouraged to apply.

A valid California driver's license is required, as the Park Interpreter will be required to travel throughout Riverside County to assist at different sites.

The schedule for these positions is Tuesday-Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm.

W eekend availability is required.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District is a nationally accredited agency who strives to be the regional leader in improving lives through people, parks, places, and programs.

Their mission is to acquire, protect, develop, manage, and interpret for the inspiration, use, and enjoyment of all people, a well-balanced system of areas of outstanding scenic, recreational, and historic importance.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plans and develops a natural science and historical interpretive and conservation education program in a district park area; administers one or more interpretive centers; assists in construction and/or the maintenance of interpretive buildings, exhibits, and nature trails.

• Organizes and participates in nature walks, campfire programs, and other natural science and historical interpretive activities.

• Assists in training other employees and volunteers in interpretive methods and techniques.

• Organizes volunteer and docent groups to assist in interpretive center operations; performs natural science research of average difficulty.

• Compiles information and writes or edits natural science articles, reports, and other interpretive program materials; Makes reports and recommendations.

• Coordinates with schools and community organizations in regard to conservation, natural science features and historical sites of Riverside County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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