What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Interpreter position at Great Parks of Hamilton County?
Join a growing education team to cover programming and interpretation in the west region! With diverse resources, expand your horizons through a variety of opportunities to engage the public through natural and cultural history programming. The ideal candidate will have experience creating lessons plans, developing events and engaging our visitors in a variety of ways.
At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers, and friends.
Responsibilities:
- Presents inclusive interpretive programs focused on local natural/cultural history, environmental topics and sustainability to diverse groups and individuals.
- Conducts research to develop program topics; communicates factual information in an accurate, educational and entertaining manner utilizing experiential learning techniques wherever possible.
- Engages in continual learning to enhance knowledge of interpretive techniques, learning styles, program planning, local flora and fauna, animal care, etc.
- Works with live animals during presentations; gives demonstrations; uses various forms of technology to enhance programming; distributes written materials; leads hikes; provides care of program and display animals.
- Maintains required records and reports to measure programming effectiveness. Originates emails, correspondence, charts, purchase orders and other documents as required.
- Represents Great Parks in a positive manner; provides general park information and answers inquiries as needed; receives and resolves guest concerns and complaints; collects and deposits program fees.
- Participate in media interviews as a subject matter expert on outdoor education topics and other topics as needed.
- Develops interpretive themes and content shared through various sources such as print, web and kiosks.
- Monitors the safety of trails and interpretive areas; promptly reports problems.
- Works and communicates effectively with other departments, leadership, volunteers, and peers; attends and participates in meetings; completes required training.
- Provides assistance with special events and other tasks assigned by the Regional Education Manager.
- Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks of Hamilton County’s policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
- Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.
- Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.
Qualifications
- An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- An example of an acceptable qualification is an associate’s degree in Natural History or related field is required with 1-year related experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of natural history interpretation.
- Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
License of Certification Requirements:
- State Motor Vehicle Operator's License meeting GPHC current carrier guidelines.
- Certified Interpretive Guide credentials (or higher) from NAI or ability to obtain within two years of employment.
We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance; paid vacation, 11 holidays and sick time; enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.
Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.
