Park Interpreter
Position #:
Grade: GS05
Salary: $32405
Requisition: 48683
Location: DeGray Lake Resort State Park Bismarck AR
Closing date: 4/25/2025
The Park Interpreter is responsible for planning coordinating directing and presenting outdoor recreationfocused interpretive programs and special events to park visitors civic groups schools and other organizations to include guided trail walks kayak and boat tours nature demonstrations history talks and outdoor skills workshops. Duties include researching and recording data regarding programs and flora and fauna of the park; organizing and preparing publicity efforts; drafting reports; writing copy for brochures and exhibits; crafting structured presentations that create memorable guest experiences; and leading projects for conservation of natural and cultural resources. Other duties include assisting with strategic planning trail maintenance and performing park operations duties as necessary. Applicant may serve as park manager on duty in the absence of other personnel and assist the Superintendent as directed including participating in emergency response situations. Applicant must have or be able to complete the AGFC Boater Education Course the American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid course and ARC CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Applicant must have a high comfort level with being on the water strong swimming skills and the ability to operate watercraft.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays annual and sick leave health insurance and retirement pension. Housing and utilities are provided.
Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in natural science communications parks and recreation management or a related field plus one year experience in interpretation program development or a related field. Other jobrelated education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements except for certification or licensure requirements upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applications accepted online ONLY: Information
Class Code: P035C
Grade: GS05
FLSA Status: NONEXEMPT
Salary Range: $32405.00 $51686.00
Summary
The Park Interpreter is responsible for the research development and presentation of programs designed to explain and establish the value of the natural cultural and historic resources within the park sites and for promoting the use of Arkansas State Parks. This position are governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Researches historical geological and/or biological data and plans type and content of interpretive programs to meet the needs and learning styles of various groups to illustrate and explain park resources and their values. Researches locates identifies catalogues documents and conserves artifacts. Researches locates identifies and catalogues plants and animals located within the park and documents them in the parks Natural Resource Inventory. Researches and designs interior and wayside exhibits multimedia presentations brochures pamphlets maps and other materials to provide information and interpretation. Presents programs demonstrations and lectures to various groups inside and outside the park. Develops and presents special programs that pertain to the mission and scope of the park. Reviews films slides collected information and specimens. Writes narratives scripts outlines descriptions and explanations of exhibits history geology archaeology or ecology to illustrate and explain the nature of the park. Promotes the park and park programs through news releases and media coverage. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Arkansas natural cultural and historic resources. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of multimedia equipment. Knowledge of the principles of advertising and media communications. Knowledge of the principles of scientific research and the techniques of data collection and analysis. Knowledge of environmental and safety laws and regulations pertaining to parks and recreation. Ability to research script and design exhibits and displays. Ability to prepare and present interpretive and illustrative oral and written programs. Ability to greet visitors and provide information concerning the state. Ability to maintain records and write reports.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal educational equivalent of a bachelors degree in natural science communications parks and recreation management or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.