Park Interpretive Specialist; Seasonal

Job Posting:

PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL)

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-533210 -

JC-533210 - PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL) PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL)

$18.26 - $22.15 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 12/27/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

PARK INTERPETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL)– DIABLO RANGE DISTRICT / ALTAMONT SECTOR “Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub.

If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).” The reporting location for this position is Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area, 18595 West Corral Hollow Road, Tracy CA 95376 . The Park Interpretive Specialist is supervised by the Altamont Sector Manager and will take daily direction from the State Park Interpreter I, assigned as the lead person.

Under supervision, and in compliance with department policies, the Park Interpretive Specialist is responsible for providing excellent customer service to all visitors. The Park Interpretive Specialist is responsible for leading interpretive programs such as Junior Rangers, guided walks, evening programs, and field programs at riding destinations (booths/pop up), public outreach programs, informal roving interpretation, and school group programs. The Park Interpretive Specialist is responsible for assisting with social media, assisting with researching and creating new interpretive programs, and assisting with researching and creating new interpretive panels and exhibits.

The park Interpretive Specialist is responsible for regular basic cleaning and maintenance of interpretive exhibits and equipment and basic administrative work. Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and special events. Hours and days are flexible. Occasional travel may be required to assist other park units or for in town school programs and community outreach. All successful applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record before hiring.

Must be willing to operate off-highway vehicles. Training will be provided. The Park Interpretive Specialist will perform their duties dressed in an approved State Park uniform. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact April Marson at  or  .

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Varied indoor and outdoor environment. Work environment may have moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, wind, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Stand and/or walk…