Job Description

Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK INTERPRETER I (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) – SANTA CRUZ DISTRICT / PAJARO COAST SECTOR / SEACLIFF STATE BEACH

The reporting location for this position is Seacliff State Beach in Aptos, CA. This position will work under the supervision of State Park Interpreter III.

The State Park Interpreter I is responsible for duties related to the interpretive needs of Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park include, providing interpretation and education programs that will advance the mission of the Department by providing greater access for K-12 education students and teachers through innovative virtual and in-person program opportunities and resources. This position will become part of a statewide network of park staff working toward the common goal of creating relevant, equitable access to California State Parks for all of California's youth. This position will also coordinate the field trip volunteer program at Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position may work up to 1500 hours in any calendar year.

This position is designated as telework eligible-remote centered.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Rhiannon Sims at (831) 278-0195 or at Rhiannon.sims@parks.ca.gov .

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position works in both the field and office environments determined by district needs. Utilizes daily and frequent use of computer/tablet and able to sit in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Stand during events and programs for extended periods of time. Work in a range of climatic environments/uneven terrain, including coastal beaches, trails, and forests. Field work environment may create exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme weather temperatures, conditions, elevations, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Lift up to 45 lbs. Willingness to travel throughout the district, and work weekends and holidays, is essential to this position.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-717-2826-902 and the Job Control # JC-496958 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Work at office, Remote work, Weekend work,

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