Education & Outreach Specialist I — Park Programs

Virginia State Parks; State Center (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking or admission to all state

Employee discounts on camping

Job summary

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring an Education Support Specialist I at Kiptopeke State Park to deliver engaging programs for visitors, interpret the park's natural, historical, and cultural resources, and support educational outreach. The role involves roving engagement across the park, coordinating with schools and groups, and assisting interpreters with events and tours.

Applicants should be curious, comfortable outdoors, and able to work varied hours,

Qualifications

• Ability to research topics to lead programs.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to communicate verbally with a wide range of people, especially children.
• Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to work with others in a team environment and with Park guests.

Responsibilities

• Education Support Specialist are responsible for providing meaningful educational opportunities and experiences for park guests.
• Provide information to visitors about the history of the park and its natural, cultural, and historic resources.
• Take care of park animals, updating interpretive kiosks throughout the park, leading public programs, setting up monthly displays, and providing quality customer service.
• Assist Interpreters with school groups, educational programs, fairs, and park events, and can be trained to lead monthly canoe tours and guided hikes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Outdoor work

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring an Education Support Specialist I at Kiptopeke State Park to deliver engaging programs for visitors, interpret the park's natural, historical, and cultural resources, and support educational outreach. The role involves roving engagement across the park, coordinating with schools and groups, and assisting interpreters with events and tours.

Applicants should be curious, comfortable outdoors, and able to work varied hours,