Seasonal Park Interpreter; Harold Parker State Forest

Job Description

Seasonal Park Interpreter – Harold Parker State Forest (Position #: 260003TW).

Location: Harold Parker State Forest

Start Date: June 7, 2026

End Date: October 12, 2026 (18 weeks)

Work Hours: 40 hours per week – 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM on Saturday

Number of positions: 1

Salary: $41,385.76 – $52,334.62 yearly

• Performs various interpretive, educational, and administrative tasks in the operation of Visitor Services and Interpretation.
• Staffs an information desk/kiosk, providing visitor information and orientation.
• Researches, develops, and presents a variety of interpretive programs that reflect the natural, cultural, and historical themes of the park.
• Coordinates special events and programs independently or in partnership with other public or private organizations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic knowledge of natural and/or cultural history.
• Experience working with the public and solid communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work in a team setting.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Required to wear an official uniform, components of which are provided.
• Housing is not provided by DCR.
• First consideration will be given to those applicants who apply within the first 14 days.
• Minimum entrance requirements: (a) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in interpreting, recreation programming or environmental education in a public or private agency; or (b) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• Substitutions:
  An Associate’s or higher degree with a major in recreation or park management, park interpretation, recreation programming or environmental education may be substituted for the required experience.
• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

An Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

If you have Diversity, Affimative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator:
Moneesha Dasgupta, DEI Manager, email: EEADiversity (617) 645‑0358.

Bargaining Unit: 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid

Work Schedule:

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