$17.49 per hour
Flexible part-time to full-time schedule
Position works mid-May through Labor Day (September 4, 2023)

Reporting Locations:
• Portola Redwoods State Park (housing may be available)
• Half Moon Bay State Beach and Butano State Park
• Sunset and Manresa State Beaches

Position Description and Duties:
Seasonal park interpreters promote high-quality educational experiences for the public by researching, developing, promoting, and conducting natural and cultural history interpretive programs. These may include virtual programs, nature walks, campfire programs, Junior Ranger programs, living history presentations, roving interpretation, and outreach presentations. Additionally, park interpreters compile interpretive resources and data for job-related duties. Park interpreters may also publicize park programs through news releases and park flyers.

Minimum Qualifications for All Positions:
Must be enthusiastic, organized, responsible, work well with others, and enjoy working with children and adults. Applicant should be able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Must be able to research and develop original natural or cultural historical interpretive programs. Must possess basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, be a self-starter, and work as part of a team. Bilingual Spanish/English speakers encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
EMAIL completed standard state application (form STD 678) AND resume to SCD.Interp@parks.ca.gov.

OR MAIL to:
Wilder Ranch State Park
Attn: Rhiannon Sims
1401 Coast Road
Santa Cruz CA 95060

Download a STD 678 application form at https://www.jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf

STD 678 form and resume due Friday April 7, 2023.
For more information, please email SCD.Interp@parks.ca.gov or call (831) 278-0195.