Parks, Heritage,&Tourism Interpreter II
Parks, Heritage,&Tourism Interpreter II
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Parks Heritage and Tourism Interpreter II
Position #:
Grade: SGS05
Salary: $47397
Requisition: 51397
Location: Lake Catherine State Park Hot Springs AR
Closing date: Until Filled
The Park Interpreter is responsible for planning coordinating directing and presenting outdoor recreation-focused interpretive programs and special events for 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. Programming focuses on facilitating engaging experiences and guiding park guests toward a personal sense of place regarding the natural historical and cultural resources of Lake Catherine State Park and the surrounding area.
Duties include researching and recording data regarding programs 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; caring for Civilian Conservation Corps era and other historic structures; and leading projects for conservation of natural and cultural resources. Also 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 such as medical weather and search-and-rescue incidents.
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. Applicant must have knowledge of Arkansas flora fauna and outdoor recreation safety standards and ethics. Applicant must have technical and communication skills sufficient to plan and coordinate safe organized engaging programs and special events.
Must possess a valid drivers license be able to traverse rough terrain on foot and work a varied shift including weekends and holidays in widely varying weather conditions outdoors. A criminal background check and a drivers record check are required.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays annual and sick leave health insurance and retirement pension. Housing and utilities are provided.
Minimum qualifications: At least two years of experience in interpretive programming environmental education museums education or a related field. 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.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities encouraged to apply.
Applications accepted online only: Arkansas Department of Parks Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansass natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the states economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.
Position Information
Job Series: Parks Career Path
Classification: Parks Heritage and Tourism Interpreter II
Class Code: RPA23P
Pay Grade: SGS05
Salary Range: $47397- $70148
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure/Certifications
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy age disability citizenship national origin genetic information military or veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type
Full Time
