State Parks - Wilderness Road State Park - Interpretive Assistant - Open Until Filled

Virginia State Parks; State Road (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Wilderness Road State Park in Virginia is hiring an Interpretive Assistant for the summer season. Interpreters provide meaningful educational opportunities by interpreting park resources and 18th-century frontier culture.

The role involves developing and delivering programs, maintaining displays, and assisting guests with excellent customer service. Applicants must be 17+, have Virginia driver’s license, and be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the ability to organize and conduct historical and cultural programs for the public.
• Strong and effective communication skills are essential.
• Successful applicants will be capable of working both independently and harmoniously as part of a team.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors and conducting historical maintenance.
• Must be able to use 18th-century hand tools and modern power tools.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Must be willing to work evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, planning, and implementation of historical interpretive programs and activities.
• Maintain interpretive accouterments and displays.
• Assist park visitors using professional customer service techniques.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

18th‑century tools

Tools

18th‑century hand tools

Modern power tools

Job description

Home » Job openings at DCR Job openings at DCR 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.

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Job openings at DCR Education Support Specialist I Interpretive Assistant Open Until Filled State Parks - Wilderness Road State Park

Hourly range: $13.00 - $14.00

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.

Wilderness Road State Park is accepting applications for an Interpretive Assistant position.

Job Summary

Wilderness Road State Park, located in Ewing, Virginia, is hiring for the summer season! Park interpreters provide meaningful interpretive and educational opportunities and experiences for park guests by interpreting the significance of the park’s natural, historical, and cultural resources.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Assisting with the development, planning, and implementation of historical interpretive programs and activities about 18th-century frontier culture, including third-person interpretation, historic themed hikes, 18th-century skills demonstrations to include blacksmithing and woodworking, children’s programs, self-guided activities, and lessons/workshops on other historical topics.
• Interpreters are also responsible for maintaining interpretive accouterments and displays.
• Other duties include assisting park visitors using professional customer service techniques and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must have the ability to organize and conduct historical and cultural programs for the public.
• Strong and effective communication skills are essential.
• Successful applicants will be capable of working both independently and harmoniously as part of a team.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors and conducting historical maintenance.
• Must be able to use 18th-century hand tools and modern power tools.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Must be willing to work evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Considerations

• Foundational knowledge of Virginia history, prior experience or education in American history, parks and recreation, or cultural studies preferred.
• Familiarity with 18th-century historic weaponry, including flintlock and artillery, is helpful.

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 Commonwealth of Virginia benefits (health care, paid leave, etc.) and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Park experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts, such as:
  • Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
  • Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
  • Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.