Lums Pond State Park Programming Positions

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

1d•$17 - $18

About The Position

A variety of seasonal programming positions may be available at Lums Pond State Park: Naturalist- Program Leader : $17.00 - Responsible for developing and conducting interpretive programs that will increase the student's and visitor's awareness of their surrounding environment and foster the appreciation, enjoyment, and utilization of Delaware State Parks' cultural and natural resources. Assistant Camp Director: $17.75 - responsible for planning and coordinating activities for summer camps and assists with the supervision of campers, camp staff and the camp program to ensure and maintain a fun, positive and safe camp environment. Day Camp duties may include supervising and mentoring youth counselors and volunteers. Camps training begins late May/early June. Camps run Monday through Friday, June through mid-late August depending on site. Work is performed indoors and outdoors, weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled to meet facility needs.

Requirements

Naturalist-Program Leader
Six months experience planning and delivering interpretive programs for adults and children.
Six months experience coordinating and promoting special events or initiatives.
Knowledge of public speaking or interpretation.
Knowledge of natural history, anthropology, entomology, ornithology, cultural history, recreation science, and/or ecology.
Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Park Assistant Camp Director
At least 20 years of age.
One year experience working in a camp program for children or young adults.
One year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
Knowledge of various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating, rock climbing or swimming.
Knowledge of local plants, animals or history.
Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

May develop and facilitate educational programs for schools and special events.
May lead school environmental education programs tied to state standards to increase student understanding of Delaware’s natural and cultural resources.
May deliver interpretive programs to participants of all ages in a variety of contexts.
Provides general customer service and park information to visitors.
Distributes interpretive publications.
May lead educational and recreational hikes, canoe and kayak trips plus programs for park visitors.
May include live animal care and handling.
Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Other duties as assigned.