Seasonal Interpretive Guide - Robbers Cave State Park

State-of-Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Seasonal Interpretive Guide for Robbers Cave State Park to plan and conduct recreational and educational activities for visitors. The role involves guiding groups, leading games and ensuring safety and engagement during program sessions.

The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and the ability to manage activities in both indoor and outdoor settings. Applicants may need to obtain a CDL and complete park-specific training as required by the agency.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals and rules of common sports.
• Knowledge of first aid treatment techniques.
• Ability to communicate orally, to conduct group activities, and to communicate effectively in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities.
• Directs group activities to develop teamwork, interpersonal communication, and cooperation while maintaining order.
• Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.
• Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.
• Assists in maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities and materials for activities.

Skills

Oral communication

Group activities

Written communication

First aid techniques

Job description

Job Posting TitleSeasonal Interpretive Guide - Robbers Cave State ParkAgency566 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND RECREATIONSupervisory OrganizationRobbers Cave State ParkJob Posting End DateRefer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)July 07, 2027Full/Part-TimePart timeJob TypeSeasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)CompensationJob DescriptionBasic PurposePositions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to planning, organizing, directing and conducting individual and group leisure-time and physical education activities in a hospital, institution or school.Typical FunctionsThe functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:Plans, organizes and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities, prepares scheduled events and insures that required equipment and other materials are in place.Plans and directs group activities aimed at developing appropriate group interaction behavior, a sense of team work and fairness, interpersonal communication skills and cooperation and ensures that order and discipline are maintained during recreation periods.Supervises, coaches and instructs indoor and outdoor team and athletic events.Teaches physical education, hygiene, sanitation and good personal habits.Participates in the maintenance, procurement and selection of athletic equipment, facilities, supplies and other materials for leisure-time activities and physical education programs.Level DescriptorLevels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned responsibilities for performing beginning level work under close supervision, in a training status to build their skills in planning and conducting recreational activities.Education and ExperienceEducation and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or in closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and CompetenciesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques; of the fundamentals and rules of common sports; and of first aid treatment techniques.Ability is required to communicate orally; to conduct group activities; and to communicate effectively in writing.Special RequirementsThe Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs requires successful applicants to any level to obtain and maintain a CDL within 6 months of appointment.Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:Agency Contact