What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARK INTERPRETER position at State of Nevada?
State of Nevada Announces
An Open Competitive Recruitment for:
PARK INTERPRETER
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $55,603.44 to $82,434.24 PAY GRADE: 34
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.
Department: Conservation and Natural Resources
Division: State Parks
Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson
Job Class Code: 01.912
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Announcement Number: 45480
Open to all qualified persons.
Posted 12/08/2023
Close Date: 12/22/2023
Recruiter:
JON TERRAZAS
Phone: (775)684-0116
Email: j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov
JON TERRAZAS
Phone: (775)684-0116
Email: j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov
Applications accepted for another 14 Days 3 Hrs 11 Mins
The Position
Park Interpreters plan, organize, provide and supervise a variety of interpretive facilities, services and activities and assist in the operation and maintenance of an assigned State park.
This position is located at Ice Age Fossils State Park in North Las Vegas, Nevada. This 315-acre park is renowned for its fossils from Pleistocene megafauna, complex geology, and history of scientific investigation. The park features a modern visitor center and network of interpretive hiking trails that will officially open to the public near the end of 2023. Candidates work under the general supervision of the Park Supervisor in all aspects of park operations including visitor services, interpretation, content development, custodial services, building and grounds maintenance, fee collection, gift store operations, museum operations, and volunteer management.
The position is responsible for developing, preparing, and delivering interpretive programs and guided hikes as well as managing and curating the park's paleontological, archeological, and historical collections. This position is responsible for community outreach and educational programs for local schools and community groups, designing and creating brochures, interpretive signage, exhibits, audiovisual programs, and managing the park's online media presence. The position recruits, trains, and supervises park volunteers, interns, and subordinate seasonal staff. This position is responsible for submitting monthly and assigned reports, scheduling group, and tour reservations, providing emergency medical assistance, informing public of park rules and regulations, and ensuring compliance with park policies and procedures. This position requires the use of general office equipment, cash registers, credit card machines, four-wheel drive vehicles, light maintenance equipment, and basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PastPerfect Museum Software. Social media management and photography are important skills for this position. Park Interpreters are required to work variable hours and shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and must be available to work special events and respond to callouts or emergencies. Some statewide travel may be required. Park housing is not available at this location. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-1_0/
To Qualify:
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, history/folklore, education, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, wildlife management, museum management, business or public administration or related field and one year of professional park experience which included developing, managing and presenting interpretive and/or educational activities; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Special Notes
Positions may be subject to call back and work various hours and/or shifts.
Special Requirements
This position may require travel up to 25% of the time.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this class have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this class must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Positions require work on evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
Salary : $55,603 - $82,434
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