State Parks - Chippokes State Park - Education Support Specialist - Open Until Filled

Virginia State Parks; State Center (IA); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 24 000; Tempo integral

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Overnight stay discounts for staff

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The Education Support Specialist conducts park interpretive and educational programs that provide a quality and safe recreational experience for state park guests.

Chippokes State Park is accepting applications for an Education Support Specialist position. The role emphasizes planning and presenting engaging programming and ensuring excellent guest experiences.

Qualificações

• Experience in a customer service environment.
• Experience organizing and conducting programs and events for all ages.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires availability to work weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Plans, organizes, markets, and presents programming for the park that enhances, entertains, and educates the park guests.
• Provides programming for Natural Tunnel, dealing with the area’s geology and karst topography.
• Develops, initiates, and leads wild cave tours, canoe/kayak tours for the park.
• Provides regularly scheduled programs utilizing self-knowledge and guest speakers in campgrounds and through the park.
• Acts as a front‑line customer service representative for the park site.

Conhecimentos

Customer service

Program planning

Communication

Flexible schedule

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DCR is looking for talented people to fill positions listed below. Unless stated otherwise, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the job announcement's close date.

Generally applications must be made through the RMS (electronic state application). We will, however, accept paper applications (Word) for some state park slots. Be sure to refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements.

Full-time (salaried) employment offers

• A choice of healthcare plans.
• Vacation, family, personal and sick leave.
• A retirement plan.
• A sickness and disability plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Deferred compensation with employer match.

Certain positions require a criminal background check, a conflict of interest financial statement or both. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer.

For seasonal and hourly-wage positions at state parks, contact the particular park for details.

E-Verify Notice:

After accepting employment, all new hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Executive branch agencies are required to use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

For additional information on these openings, contact [e-mail]. Find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs.

Education Support Specialist I

Education Support Specialist

Open Until Filled

State Parks - Chippokes State Park

Hourly Rate: $14.75

Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure.

Chippokes State Park is accepting applications for an Education Support Specialist position.

Job Summary

The Education Support Specialist conducts park interpretive and educational programs that provide a quality and safe recreational experience for state park guests.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, markets, and presents programming of the park that enhances, entertains, and educates the park guests to the cultural, historical, and natural resources found at and near the park.
• Provides specific programming for Natural Tunnel, dealing with the unique geology and karst topography found in the area.
• Responsible for developing, initiating, and leading wild cave tours, canoe/kayak tours for the park.
• Provides regularly scheduled programs utilizing self-knowledge and guest speakers in campgrounds and through the park on a variety of topics.
• Acts as a front‑line customer service representative for the park site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working in a customer service environment.
• Experience organizing and conducting programs and events for all ages.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to respond to emails, phone calls, and interact with the public professionally.
• Requires availability to work weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Special Instructions

• Background Check: Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Employment Eligibility: Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
• Work Requirements: Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Park or Federal experience are encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA/TT).

Explore Virginia State Parks — On Us!

As a DCR employee, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to the natural beauty and outdoor experiences that make Virginia’s State Parks extraordinary — with free admission, special discounts, and perks that turn every visit into something memorable.

Employee Benefits Include

• Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service):
  • Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
  • Free Sunday-Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
  • 50% ff cabins (up to three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two-night minimum required. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.

Join us and make Virginia’s great outdoors part of your life — it’s one of the many ways we show our appreciation for the people who make DCR’s mission possible!