PARK INTERPRETER
State of Nevada
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Washoe Lake State Park in Carson City, part of the State of Nevada, seeks a Park Interpreter to manage visitor services and interpretive programming. The role includes developing brochures, signage, exhibits, and online media, and coordinating tours, events, and educational outreach across Western Region Parks.
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of park experience in interpretive/educational activities; statewide travel may be required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in park management, outdoor recreation management, history/folklore, education, ecology, biology or related field and one year of professional park experience with interpretive/educational activities; OR equivalent combo.
Responsibilities
- Develop park interpretive programs to enhance the visitor experience; plan and provide recurring/special events and activities including tours and living history.
- Prepare and present interpretive materials on natural sciences, history, park system, and local features; write original materials; catalog artifacts; conduct talks and videos.
- Coordinate and oversee the park's interpretive program; supervise staff; recruit/train volunteers; manage resources, sales outlets, and external funding as appropriate.
- Maintain park areas; supervise custodial and maintenance assignments for buildings and grounds; operate related tools/equipment.
- Provide information and directions to visitors; respond to inquiries; take reservations and collect fees; administer emergency medical assistance and ensure compliance with park regulations.
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Job description
- No Nevada state income tax.
This position is located at Washoe Lake State Park located in Carson City. Candidates work under the direct supervision of the Park Supervisor in all aspects of park operations including visitor services, interpretation, custodial services, building and grounds maintenance, fee collection, gift store operations, museum operations and volunteer management. This position is responsible for developing and implementing interpretive programs onsite and off-site, as well as interpretive programming assistance in surrounding Western Region Parks. This position is responsible for community outreach and educational programs to local schools and community groups, designing and creating brochures, interpretive signage, exhibits, audiovisual programs, and online media presence. This position recruits, trains and supervises park volunteers and subordinate seasonal staff and is responsible for submitting weekly deposits, monthly reports, scheduling group and tour reservations. The position requires the use of general office equipment, and light maintenance equipment. Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel are required. Park Interpreters work variable hours and shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays and must be available to work special events and respond to callouts or emergencies. Some statewide travel may be required. Park Housing is not available at this location.
Park Interpreters plan, organize, provide, and supervise a variety of interpretive facilities, services and activities and assist in the operation and maintenance of an assigned State park.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, history/folklore, education, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, wildlife management, museum management, business or public administration or related field and one year of professional park experience which included developing, managing and presenting interpretive and/or educational activities; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Develop park interpretive programs to enhance the park experience for visitors; plan and provide recurring and special events and activities including tours, hikes, informational presentations and living history; operate and manage a small park, visitor center, museum or related facilities.
Prepare and present interpretive and informational materials related to the natural sciences, history, the State park system, the State, and unique features of the park; research information and write original materials; catalog artifacts and documents; give talks and show videos and other audiovisual presentations; guide tours and nature walks.
Coordinate and oversee the park's interpretive program; supervise permanent and seasonal staff as assigned; recruit, train and supervise volunteers; manage allotted resources and sales outlets; recruit guest speakers and publicize special events; maintain financial and statistical records related to fees collected, expenditures and visitors; seek external funding sources for program activities as appropriate.
Participate in maintaining park areas; supervise and perform custodial and maintenance assignments for buildings and grounds; maintain assigned tools and equipment.
Provide information and directions to assist park visitors; respond to verbal and written inquiries; make reservations and collect fees; administer emergency medical assistance and ensure compliance with established park regulations and policies.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Working knowledge of: financial and statistical recordkeeping; safety principles and practices; interpretive planning and programming concepts and methods; state and natural history, flora, fauna, geography, and geology; ecological concepts.
General knowledge of: policies related to fee collections, volunteers, and interpretive programs; basic personnel practices and principles used in supervision; basic inventory, curating and cataloging techniques; grounds and facility maintenance methods, materials, and procedures.
Ability to: manage and preserve the park's natural and cultural resources; plan, develop and prepare interpretive materials; plan, organize and direct available resources to effectively manage assigned interpretive programs and facilities; critique programs and events; design displays and exhibits; perform and supervise custodial and general facility maintenance functions; make oral and visual presentations to groups to provide information about State parks; organize, schedule and coordinate interpretive activities and events; operate a visitor center, museum and related park facilities.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
- Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
- Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
- Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
- Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
- Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
- No Nevada state income tax.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
- Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
- State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.
- January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
- Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
- Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
- Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
- June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
- July 4.................................................... Independence Day
- First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
- Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
- November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
- Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
- Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
- December 25........................................ Christmas Day
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