Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control · 1 month ago
Killens Pond State Park Interpreter
Felton, DE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is seeking a Park Interpreter for Killens Pond State Park. This seasonal position involves leading environmental programs, conducting tours, and providing educational experiences to enhance public awareness of Delaware's natural resources.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingWater
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Responsibilities
Lead school and public environmental programs tied to State standards to increase awareness and understanding of Delaware’s natural resources
Help coordinate and implement spring and summer day camps at Killens Pond State Park
Develop and maintain exhibits, park bulletin boards and educational material
Provide general customer service and park information to visitors
Plan, organize and conduct interpretive walks and tours
Provide live animal care and handling
Perform custodial services in restrooms, offices and other rooms in the Nature Center
Set-up, monitor and provide clean-up support for park programs and special events
Must demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills
Maintain a positive attitude
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience working with children and young adults such as babysitting, academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, youth volunteer, classroom assistant or education teacher
Knowledge of historical, natural, cultural resources or parks and recreation
Knowledge of public speaking or interpretation
Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving)
Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as scheduled
A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire
Applicants for this position must successfully pass a Swim assessment
Benefits
This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.
Company
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) envisions a Delaware that offers a healthy environment where people embrace a commitment to the protection, enhancement and enjoyment of the environment in their daily lives; where Delawareans’ stewardship of natural resources ensures the sustainability of these resources for the appreciation and enjoyment of future generations; and where people recognize that a healthy environment and a strong economy support one another.
Founded in 1979
501-1000 employees
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