What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL) position at Department of Parks & Recreation?
PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL) – NORTHERN BUTTES DISTRICT / CASCADE SECTOR / MCARTHUR BURNEY FALLS MEMORIAL STATE PARK
“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).”
The Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring for Park Interpretive Specialist. Under direction of the State Park Peace Officer – Supervising Ranger, the Park Interpretive Specialist (PIS) serves as the lead person for the Burney Falls Visitor Center. The Park Interpretive Specialist (Seasonal) reporting location is McArthur-Burney Falls State Memorial Park located at 24898 CA-89, Burney CA 96013.
This position is responsible for the general operation of the Visitor Center and with volunteer recruitment and oversight. This position may occasionally be assigned to assist with interpretive programs and activities within the Cascade Sector. This position may also be responsible for assisting with the Visitor Center / Store operations at Castle Crags State Park, as well as advertising and development of 3rd and 4th grade programing at Castle Crags. The Park Interpretive Specialist is expected to work weekends, holidays, and evenings if necessary and assigned days off may vary from month to month. The normal work hours are 8-hour shifts occurring between the hours of 8:00 am to 10:00 pm, up to five days per week including weekends, holidays and during special events; assigned days off may vary from month to month. This position wears a uniform.
This position can work 189 days in a 12 consecutive month period or a maximum of 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months per California Code of Regulation 265.1. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact the Supervising Park Ranger, Blair Pubols at (530) 990-8559 or at Blair.Pubols@parks.ca.gov
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Indoor work within museums, historical sites, visitor centers, office spaces and other institutions with varying temperature control is common. The incumbent must be able to speak in front of and lead groups in a varying range of environmental conditions that may at times require the ability to walk or traverse even and uneven terrain for extended and prolonged periods of time, including climbing stairs or inclines. Less often, outdoor work with moderate exposure to a full range of environmental conditions, varying terrain, unusual elements and inclement weather may be required. Incumbent’s duties will include use of a personal computer, various software applications, various databases, and other business equipment as necessary. Incumbent may sit in a normal seated position or operate a keyboard for extended periods of time on an intermittent basis.
Typical work activities involve frequent and prolonged periods of standing and walking. The position requires occasional physical work; heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 25 pounds. May entail muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, kneeling, squatting, bending, twisting, lifting, carrying and reaching on uneven and slippery surfaces. Requires the use of safety equipment as necessary.
The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Listening effectively, following instructions and the ability to perceive hazards to the public, structures and exhibits to ensure safety while complying with department policy, demonstrating adaptability and effectively communicating and must have the ability to read, process information, write in English.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position, official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/21/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Blair Pubols
(530) 990-8559
blair.pubols@parks.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Instructions
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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