Interpretation & Education Specialist - DPR60032907
Arts In Wilmington, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
## Interpretation & Education Specialist - DPR60032907**Agency**Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources**Division**Parks and Recreation**Job Classification Title**Parks District Interpretation & Ed Spec (NS)**Position Number**60032907**Grade**NC13The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!**Description of Work**The primary purpose of the Interpretation & Education (I&E) Specialist is to enhance the ability of DPR sites to provide meaningful public programs. To achieve this, the I&E Specialist will cultivate relationships with DPR sites by hosting biannual meetings.This information is reported to the I&E Program Manager and delegated back to members of the I&E program team.
I&E Program Specialists will assist DPR sites in hosting special events, participate in outreaches, co-facilitate or assist in field trips, and assist in public programs as needed or requested.
I&E Specialist will also participate in regularly scheduled educational and interpretive training for DPR staff. This includes but is not limited staff orientation for their role as park interpreters, Certified Interpretive Guide training, and seasonal staff training. This position is also responsible for creating educational and interpretive materials which can be utilized by DPR staff during public programs. These materials should meet all DPR marketing and communications guidelines.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $62,000****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. **Applicants who possess the following are preferred:*** Experience leading educational experiences for both youth and adults.* Two years of experience in parks or related work using methods in the development of interpretive and educational programs and themes of natural sciences, ecology, and the environment.* Plan, design and conduct educational workshops and outdoor education experiences.* Training in techniques of resource interpretation, such as Certified Interpretive Guide training.**Position/Physical Requirements:*** Typical work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, must be able to work evenings, holidays, and/or weekends
when necessary for operational need. This schedule may vary.* Must be ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10
pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation.* Work is subject to inside/outside environmental conditions such as extreme heat/cold; atmospheric conditions, noise, and/or hazardous conditions.* Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within **90 days** of employment.**Within 12 months of hire date, must have the ability to obtain and maintain:*** CPR Certification* First Aid Certification* Automated External Defibrillator (AED) CertificationPlease note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**240 Park Entrance RoadSeven Springs, NC 28578**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree with a major in a natural science field from an appropriately accredited institution **AND** two years of experience in the development and presentation of natural science interpretive and educational programs.**OR**An equivalent combination of education and experience.**Supplemental and Contact Information:**The**North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation** exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.
**Conservation:**To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;
**Recreation:**To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and
**Education:**To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage.
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**to see the Total Compensation Calculator****.**The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.We are an
state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.**Application Process****Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. *Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.**** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. **To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.*** Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.* **Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications #J-18808-Ljbffr
I&E Program Specialists will assist DPR sites in hosting special events, participate in outreaches, co-facilitate or assist in field trips, and assist in public programs as needed or requested.
I&E Specialist will also participate in regularly scheduled educational and interpretive training for DPR staff. This includes but is not limited staff orientation for their role as park interpreters, Certified Interpretive Guide training, and seasonal staff training. This position is also responsible for creating educational and interpretive materials which can be utilized by DPR staff during public programs. These materials should meet all DPR marketing and communications guidelines.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $62,000****To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.**Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. **Applicants who possess the following are preferred:*** Experience leading educational experiences for both youth and adults.* Two years of experience in parks or related work using methods in the development of interpretive and educational programs and themes of natural sciences, ecology, and the environment.* Plan, design and conduct educational workshops and outdoor education experiences.* Training in techniques of resource interpretation, such as Certified Interpretive Guide training.**Position/Physical Requirements:*** Typical work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, must be able to work evenings, holidays, and/or weekends
when necessary for operational need. This schedule may vary.* Must be ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10
pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation.* Work is subject to inside/outside environmental conditions such as extreme heat/cold; atmospheric conditions, noise, and/or hazardous conditions.* Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within **90 days** of employment.**Within 12 months of hire date, must have the ability to obtain and maintain:*** CPR Certification* First Aid Certification* Automated External Defibrillator (AED) CertificationPlease note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.**This position is located at:**240 Park Entrance RoadSeven Springs, NC 28578**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree with a major in a natural science field from an appropriately accredited institution **AND** two years of experience in the development and presentation of natural science interpretive and educational programs.**OR**An equivalent combination of education and experience.**Supplemental and Contact Information:**The**North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation** exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.
**Conservation:**To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;
**Recreation:**To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and
**Education:**To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage.
**To explore NC State Parks visit:****Click**
**to learn about employee perks and benefits****.****Click**
**to see the Total Compensation Calculator****.**The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.We are an
state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.**Application Process****Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. *Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.**** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. **To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.*** Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.* **Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications #J-18808-Ljbffr