Parks Interpretive Assistant (Dry Falls) 03310

Description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission AGENCY PROFILE

State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.

Our Mission
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.

Our Vision
Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.

Washington State Parks employs more than 700 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater. ___________________________
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) full-time, non-permanent Parks Interpretive Assistant position located at Dry Falls Visitor Center located in Grant County, WA.

The expected duration of this non-permanent appointment is May 1st (5/01) through September 30th (9/30). This recruitment has been reposted. If you have previously applied, you do not need to reapply.

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If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the manager listed in the "Supplemental Information" section of this publication.

Duties

State Parks cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places. Further, we connect Washington Citizens to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives. This position supports the interpretive program for Dry Falls Visitor Center and Coulee Corridor Area Parks.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Act as interpretive resource for visitors.
• Greet tourists, students, and other organized groups.
• Participate in revenue generating activities and the collection of entrance fees.
• Present and assist in guided tours, campfire programs, slide, and movie presentations.
• Respond to questions and correspondence from visitors.
• Assist the Interpretive Specialist with research and reference work related to site interpretive master plan and educational outreach programs.
• Assist in maintenance of artifacts accession and inventory records.
• Assist with development of interpretive materials and exhibits.
• Assist in routine maintenance of site interpretive facilities and resources, trails, exhibits, etc.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) years of college training involving major study in Pacific Northwest history, American history, anthropology, geology, forestry, archaeology, ecology, or closely related field. **
• A 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.
• Awareness and willingness to follow safety policies and protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Per Governor Inslee’s Emergency Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), 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. No start date will be approved until you have verified 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. Use reference number 03310 when searching for the job announcement.

You must attach in your application the following:

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

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 and values 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 all people of this state today and in the future.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strengthens our ability and commitment to serve all citizens.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a working environment that includes, welcomes, and respects diverse identities of race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and more. 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 invited to apply. Persons desiring any accommodations 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 hearing impaired may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this position, please contact David McWalter at David.McWalter@parks.wa.gov or (509) 632-5214.