Park Ranger Interpreter - NPS ESP Program

CWI Works Inc • Fort Washington, MD

7h • $44

About The Position

CWI Works is recruiting for a Park Ranger Interpreter position within the Experience Service Program (ESP) that provides support to the United States Department of the Interior, National Parks Services (NPS), National Capital Parks-East in Ft. Washington, MD.

 Role and Responsibilities: Enrollee will work collaboratively with park staff to provide customer service, operate the visitor center and bookstore and give interpretive tours of Fort Washington to the public.

Requirements

• Successful candidates must meet the age criteria of being 55 years of age or older and eligible to work in the United States
• able to pass a Federal Background check
• HS/GED
• must feel comfortable in public speaking
• Applicants must be able to participate in field work. This requires some physical exertion such as standing behind a visitor center desk, and bending, crouching, stooping, reaching, or similar activities in a potentially adverse condition.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds
• a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal if you are a former teacher, tour guide and have an interest in American history.
• Excellent communication skills and interact well with people from all areas within the agency.
• You will receive professional training in historic interpretation; digital media in the field of public history and coaching to begin your public history experience; experience in engaging local communities in nationally significant stories to include planning and working at special events, ceremonies and programs.
• Occasional telework may be offered.

Responsibilities

• Leading guided programs/tours
• Conducting special research projects
• Giving educational programs to schoolchildren
• Staffing a visitor center and orienting the public to a historic site
• Developing the park’s digital presence and enhancing websites and Facebook posts
• Representing the National Park Service.
• May perform other duties required to support the operation of the division.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED