Interpretation & Education Specialist - DPR60033135

State of North Carolina

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The 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!

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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) Certification

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Planning, development, scheduling, and implementation of educational, community, and outreach programming focused on DPR sites and the natural and cultural resources within them.
• Assist DPR sites in developing new educational and interpretive programs.
• Organize and maintain files, records, databases, and educational materials.
• Conducting biannual meetings with DPR sites and completing associated reports.
• Provide interpretive and educational training to DPR staff.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level