Interpretive Specialist Intern II

County of San Mateo•San Mateo, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

San Mateo County Parks is seeking a part-time, extra-help Interpretive Specialist Intern for the Department’s Interpretive Division, which focuses on environmental education and community engagement. The division hosts public events and activities throughout the year, including the Take A Hike Challenge, library and community partnerships, camping trips, and seasonal festivals. Staff also help create content for the Department’s social media pages. The intern assists Interpretive Division staff with organizing and co-leading programs and events for the general public and creating interpretive materials and content for the Department. Other duties may be assigned. This is an extra-help, at-will assignment paid hourly; extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Some extra-help positions may be eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Some work may be performed from home, requiring a reliable internet connection and computer access. The role also requires travel to various San Mateo County Parks locations by the employee’s own means. The schedule is varied and flexible, and Saturday availability is required. Applicants should submit an online application with a resume and cover letter. Recruitment is continuous, and selections may be made at any time during the process.

Requirements

Interest and enthusiasm for the environment.
Experience planning and coordinating projects and events.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially in a formal public setting.
Flexibility, deadline orientation, and a customer-service focus.
Cultural competence in working with diverse communities.
Knowledge of, or interest in furthering, equity, diversity, and inclusion goals.
Strong organizational skills, including handling multiple and competing priorities.
Ability to collaborate and maintain strong relationships with community-based organizations and other partners.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and instruction, as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
Computer skills with applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Zoom, social media platforms, and Canva.
Ability to perform job duties from a remote location, with reliable internet and computer access.
Ability to get to various San Mateo County Parks locations by the employee’s own means.
Availability to work Saturdays.
Submit an online application with a resume and cover letter.