Individual Placement - Park Interpreter

Student Conservation Association•Torrey, UT

6d•$500 - $500•Onsite

About The Position

The project entails providing interpretive services to park visitors at Capitol Reef National Park. The participant will work side by side with volunteers and permanent park staff. During the season, they will have the opportunity to grow by being mentored in a variety of interpretive techniques and programs. Project or member days will be assigned throughout the season. On these days, the selected member will have the opportunity for additional growth by joining other park divisions to learn other aspects of an NPS unit.

Requirements

Some experience with public speaking and customer service.
Ability to multi-task in a busy workplace.
A valid driver's license.
A personal vehicle is a necessity.
Applicants will be required to complete an NPS background check.

Nice To Haves

The ability to learn on the job and from reference materials.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Staffing the visitor center desk, providing orientation and trip planning information to visitors.
Roving trails or other points of interest in the park to engage with visitors in the resource.
Researching, developing and presenting interpretive talks on topics including: the 280 million year geologic history of the Waterpocket Fold, high desert ecosystems, dark sky resources, Fremont history and archeology, Pioneer History and National Park administrative history.
Collateral duties may include: photography, assisting with writing projects, creation of videos, creating and revising manuals and standard operating procedures, assisting with administrative and social media tasks, assisting with the park phenology, wildlife camera studies, or other resource-related projects, as well as other general tasks.