Description
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Job Title: Parks Interpretive Assistant
Location: Ilwaco, WA
Closes: March 30th, 2023, at 5 p.m. PST
This recruitment is for two (2), full-time, non-permanent positions. The expected duration of these non-permanent appointments
is
through September 15th, 2023.
Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab
of this recruitment announcement, for more information on employee benefits eligibility
visit - Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB)
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Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse-and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. And the agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.
Working in the interpretive program at Cape Disappointment offers a chance to hone your knowledge and flex your creativity. Interpreters write their own material and are encouraged to follow their passions. You’ll meet people from all over the world and share with them some of Washington’s best stories!
Our team of interpreters, volunteers and other staff are stewards of one of Washington’s most breathtaking locations. The Long Beach area features miles of ocean beaches, sea cliffs, rainforest, and estuary. If you enjoy fast-paced and creative work, working closely with a small team, interacting with visitors, and helping care for our state’s treasures, please apply today!
Duties
This position supports the interpretive programs of the Long Beach Area by acting as an interpretive resource and providing a clean and safe environment to park visitors.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Acts as an interpretive resource for visitors, greets tourists, students and others.
- Participates in revenue generating activities and the collection of entrance fees.
- Presents and assists in guided tours, campfire programs, slide, and movie presentations.
- Responds to questions and correspondence from visitors.
- Assists the Interpretive Specialist with research and reference work relating to site Interpretive Master Plan, educational outreach programs and events.
- Assists in the routine maintenance of site interpretive facilities and resources, trails, and exhibits.
- Cleans exhibit cases, floors, windows, and take out garbage.
- Performs grounds maintenance work such as mowing lawns and assisting with restroom cleaning.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two (2) years of college training involving major study in Pacific Northwest History, American history, anthropology, geology, forestry, archaeology, ecology, or related field.**
- Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.
**Experience in historic preservation or in historic or natural science research or interpretation may be substituted, year-for-year, for education.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work independently while using good judgement and problem-solving skills in decision making.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Awareness and willingness to follow safety policies and protocols.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
All Washington State Parks employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the time of hire. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact the recruitment team at HR.Recruitment@parks.wa.gov.
UNIFORM INFORMATION:
All Parks Interpretive Assistants are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of an Interpretive Specialist and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All Parks Interpretive Specialists will receive the same standard uniform that is issued to the Park Ranger series, to include: shirts, pants, shorts, headwear, sweater, belt, necktie, jacket and badge.
Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov. It is highly encouraged to attach or embed in your application the following:
Letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.- Current resume.
- Three professional references, if not completed in the application process.
NOTE: Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/.
Diversity Policy Statement:
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment – one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:
- Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;
- Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;
- Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;
- Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and
- Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.
The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
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For information about this position, please contact Aaron Webster at Aaron.Webster@parks.wa.gov or (360) 642-3098 and Kristin Quirk at Kristin.Quirk@parks.wa.gov or (360) 642-3029.