Individual Placement - Park Interpreter

Student Conservation Association•Torrey, UT

12d•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

The selected member must have some experience with public speaking and customer service, and the ability to multi-task in a busy workplace.
A valid drivers license is required.
Due to the remote location, a personal vehicle is a necessity.
Applicants will be required to complete an NPS background check.
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority.
All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, or veterans age 35 or younger.
Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Work involves staffing the visitor center desk, providing orientation and trip planning information to visitors.
The participant will rove trails or other points of interest in the park to engage with visitors in the resource.
Work also involves 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.