State Parks - Twin Lakes State Park - Interpretive Ranger - Open Until Filled

Virginia State Parks; Virginia; Presencial; USD 17.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free parking

Free park admission

Descripción de la vacante

Twin Lakes State Park in Virginia is seeking an Interpretive Ranger to develop educational programs, lead events, and coordinate volunteer efforts while supporting park visitors and local partners. The role includes supervising staff, maintaining exhibits, and helping with marketing and outreach across the state park system.

Ideal candidates bring experience in natural sciences or history, strong communication, and the ability to work with diverse groups in aquatic settings.

Formación

• Proven ability to engage effectively with large groups.
• Background in natural science or history.
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement interpretive programming and events.
• Maintain Discovery Center facilities and exhibits.
• Manage program databases, attendance tracking, and reporting.

Conocimientos

Communication

Natural science

Teamwork

Aquatic environments

Descripción del empleo

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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.

Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians’ lives.

Twin Lakes State Park is accepting applications for a Interpretive Ranger position.

Job Summary:

The Interpretive Ranger will be responsiblefor developing, planning, marketing, and implementing meaningful educational opportunities, special events, and outreach with local groups, schools, and organizations at Twin Lakes State Park while adhering to the DCR and State Park mission. This position will assist with supervising park naturalists, interns, and volunteers; performing upkeep of the Discovery Center, animal care, and exhibits; maintaining and developing marketing supplies, materials and information for programs, kiosks, and interpretive brochure racks; and assist with managing the event/program databases and attendance tracking. The Interpretive Ranger will also assist the Chief Ranger of Visitor Experience with volunteer coordination and program planning. This role is responsible for creating and implementing new and diverse programs, as well as traveling to and supporting programming needs at off-site and community partner locations. This position may be required to perform park-related duties as needed during emergencies, as well as other duties as assigned.

Other duties include maintaining all interpretive resources and ensuring they are in good working order; keeping accurate records; attending Friends group meetings, working with other local organisatikons to diversify programs/experiences; attending professional developement workshops, trainings, and seminars; and assisting park visitors using good customer service techniques.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct interpretive programming with minimal supervision.
• Assist with the upkeep and operations of the Discovery Center.
• Assist with managing program database, attendance tracking, and reporting.
• Assist the Chief Ranger of Visitor Experience with volunteer coordination and program planning.
• Create and implement new and diverse programming.
• Traveling to and attending programming needs at off-site and community partner locations.
• Maintain interpretive resources and ensure materials and equipment are in good working order.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated professionalism in both verbal and written communication, including the ability to engage effectively with large groups.
• Prior experience in a natural science or history-related field.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Comfort working in and around aquatic environments.

Additional Considerations:

• Prior experience in animal husbandry, including care of reptiles.
• Experience planning, organizing, and delivering nature, cultural, and/or historical interpretive programs.
• Experience in marketing and promoting programs or events using platforms such as Canva, Flickr, and Microsoft 365.
• Relevant certifications such as First Aid, CPR, or Interpretive Guide credentials.

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.

DCR encourages applications from minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and those with experiencewiththeNational ParkServiceorthe federalgovernment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA/TT).

Explore Virginia State Parks - On Us!

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

Employee benefits include:

• Free parking and admissionto all Virginia State Parks.
• Overnight stay discountsfor 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 minimumrequired. 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’sone of the many ways we show our appreciation for the people who make DCR’s mission possible!