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Description / Position Overview
SEASONAL - Park Interpreter - Garden of the Gods (PT Guide or Interpreter)
Job Type: Seasonal
Work Schedule: Normal work schedule will vary depending upon the needs of the department. Hours worked will usually be on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with one weekend shift. Total hours worked may vary but will average 17 - 28 hours per week not to exceed 1,500 hours annually.
Work Location: 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs, CO
This is a seasonal (at-will) position with benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Worker's Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees' Retirement Association).
Approximate dates of employment will be February - July . Scheduled hours will vary based on department needs. Total hours worked will not exceed 1,500 annually.
As a SEASONAL - Park Interpreter at the Garden of the Gods, you will:
- Provide information and directions to park visitors
- Inform park visitors of park rules and regulations
- Create, organize, and/or administer interpretive programs; conduct guided nature walks
- Work with volunteer and community groups
- Complete incident reports and other routine documentation
- Other duties as assigned
- Knowledge of the local environment, including geology and ecology concepts
- Knowledge of environmental education and natural resources
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Minimum Qualifications
- Have college-level coursework in environmental studies, natural resources, park management, geology, biology, or a related field
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- Experience working in a park, visitor center, or museum setting Experience creating and delivering interpretive programs
Additional Information
Work is performed outdoors with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, and pollen. This position requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally; stand, sit, stoop, climb, and bend for extended periods; and hike up to six miles.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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