Responsible for delivering environmental education programming for fourth graders at up to six assigned regional locations and through virtual video conferencing platforms. The interpreter will also mentor and lead seasonal Nature Awaits Program staff at assigned park sites. The interpreter will identify interpretive program needs at each of the assigned locations, both for the current program and long-range planning.
The Nature Awaits Interpreter is a limited term position for up to 2 years (Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025) that reports to the Northern Interpretive Field Manager.
Position Description
Required Education And Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, park management, natural resources communication or interpretation, parks and recreation, outdoor or environmental education, fisheries and wildlife or another natural resources related field, or an education degree with an emphasis in natural science.
Experience
Park Interpreter 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Park Interpreter 10
One year of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter 9.
Park Interpreter P11
Two years of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter, including one year equivalent to a Park Interpreter 10.
Preferred: Experience in the design and delivery of interpretive educational programs or services. Understanding social and emotional learning of 4th graders. Anticipating needs and accommodations. Communication with people of various backgrounds.
Additional Requirements And Information
Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts to your application. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Valid Driver's License Required
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/ParkInterpreter.pdf?rev=0e8e6ef6d4554bfd86601c21222756f9
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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