Park Interpreter & Public Programs Specialist

County of Santa Clara; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Santa Clara's Parks and Recreation Department seeks an Interpretive Program Specialist to plan, develop, coordinate and implement interpretive programs, events, facilities and related services for the public. The role involves creating curricula, exhibits and signage, and presenting programs to diverse audiences.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent educational background, experience with public presentations, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in interpretive studies, environmental studies, natural sciences, park management, history, communication, performing arts or education is desirable.
• 60 semester units or 90 quarter units plus 2 years experience in educational, recreational, historical or cultural public information.
• Possession of a Standard First Aid and CPR certificate issued by the American Red Cross before probationary completion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, market, and present public interpretive programs to diverse audiences.
• Develop interpretive curricula and media including exhibits, signage, printed materials, and website content.
• Recruit, train, evaluate, and lead volunteers/docents and work with them to support interpretive programs.
• Operate and coordinate interpretive centers and facilities; may collect and account for fees.
• Assist in training park staff related to interpretive programs and act as Department representative at events and community committees.
• Perform minor custodial duties of interpretive centers, assemble and tear down exhibit booths; may be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Interpretive Studies or related field

Sixty (60) semester units or ninety (90) quarter units plus 2 years experience in educational/public information

Standard First Aid and CPR certificate (American Red Cross)

Tools

Desktop publishing software

Graphic design software

Word processing / office suite

Email and internet proficiency

Job description

County of Santa Clara's Parks and Recreation Department seeks an Interpretive Program Specialist to plan, develop, coordinate and implement interpretive programs, events, facilities and related services for the public. The role involves creating curricula, exhibits and signage, and presenting programs to diverse audiences.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent educational background, experience with public presentations, and strong communication skills.