First State Heritage Park Park Interpreter

Introduction

First State Heritage Park reveals the cultural treasures of Delaware’s capital city from pre-history to the modern day.

This year-round casual seasonal part time position is responsible for facilitating quality guest experiences, from conducting interpretive programs that enhance historic consciousness, to fostering affinity for the cultural and natural resources stewarded by Delaware State Parks and providing exemplary customer service. This position reports to the Interpretive Programs Manager and will have the opportunity to craft interpretive programs and perform in specialized First-Person programs.

Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Lead school and public educational programs tied to State standards to increase awareness and understanding of Delaware’s cultural resources.
• Develop and maintain exhibits, educational and historical site material.
• Provide general customer service and park information to visitors.
• Plan, organize and conduct interpretive walks, programs and tours.
• Perform custodial services in historic sites and offices.
• Set-up, monitor and provide support for park programs and special events.
• Must demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Other duties as assigned.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant positions.

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

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