GUIDE I, HISTORICAL MONUMENT

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a Guide I, Historical Monument, to lead visitor services and deliver guided tours at Old Sacramento State Historic Park in Sacramento, CA. The role involves assisting with interpretive programs and working with staff, volunteers, and docents to ensure high-quality guest experiences.

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs, travel occasionally, and comply with background and medical clearances. This is a full-time, in-office position with no telework eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering museum education, interpretation, or public programs.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in presenting to groups of all ages.
• Ability to lead and support volunteers or docents.
• Organizational and administrative skills, including comfort with reservation or scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead visitor services shifts and perform guided tours.
• Develop and deliver interpretive offerings to general visitors and specialized audiences.
• Collaborate with management, supervisors, Park Aides, and staff to monitor guest experience and ensure quality.
• Apply professional knowledge to solve problems and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and public.

Job description

$4,215.00 - $5,274.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

GUIDE I, HISTORICAL MONUMENT – CAPITAL DISTRICT / MUSEUMS / OLD SACRAMENTO STATE HISTORIC PARK

This position will work under the direction of the Guide II , Historical Monument (Supervisor.)The reporting location for this position is Old Sacramento State Historic Park (SHP)in Sacramento, CA.

The Guide I, Historical Monument, is a key participant in the Museum’s daily visitor services operations and in developing and delivering its interpretive offerings to general visitors and specialized audiences such as school groups. The Guide I serves as a visitor services shift lead, performs guided tours and participates in program delivery, and works collaboratively with management, supervisors, Park Aides, and other staff, including docents, to monitor the guest experience to ensure quality and consistency. The Guide I must be able to apply professional knowledge to practical problems, and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff, volunteers, and members of the public.

Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Theresa Havelka at [phone] or e-mail [e-mail] .

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here .

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

Working Conditions

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, lift, sit, and stand for long periods of time. Walk distances on uneven surfaces. Must be able to analyze data and situations accurately and take effective action in a timely fashion; be flexible and responsive to a complex work environment; work under pressure and meet deadlines; speak and write effectively; plan, organize, and prioritize workload.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• GUIDE I, HISTORICAL MONUMENT

GUIDE I, HISTORICAL MONUMENT $4,215.00 - $5,274.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Capital District

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimumqualifications based on a pattern of education from the classificationdescription (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcriptsand/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for thisposition. If selected for the position transcripts will be requiredprior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supportingdocuments (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medicalinformation, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus asyour claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter asanadditional document.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience delivering museum education, interpretation, or public programs.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in presenting to groups of all ages.
• Ability to lead and support volunteers or docents.
• Organizational and administrative skills, including comfort with reservation or scheduling systems.
• Excellent customer service and collaborative work style.
• Ability to adapt in a fast - paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to inclusivity, safety, and high - quality visitor experiences.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and respond appropriately to issues in public settings.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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:
Theresa Havelka
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.

Eligibility Information

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for GUIDE I. Click her e for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.