Seasonal Interpretive Specialist - Versailles State Park
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About Versailles State Park:
Take a drive through the beautiful rolling hills of southeastern Indiana with Versailles State Park, Indiana s second-largest state park, as your destination.
This area has deep history rooted in both the Civil War and the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Versailles State Park dedicated a CCC commemorative statue in 2010.
Numerous fossils tell the story of an ancient sea that covered the region.
During the Civil War, Morgan s Raiders made their way through the area that is now the park.
The town of Versailles was briefly under Confederate control.
Relax while fishing on the 230-acre lake where you can rent a rowboat, kayak or canoe.
Get a workout and see the beauty of the park by taking a walk on the hiking trails or a ride on the mountain bike trails.
Bring your horses for the day to enjoy the more than 20 miles of horse trails.
Steps to a scenic overlook at the dam are a prime spot to see herons and other aquatic wildlife.
In fall, enjoy activities like the Versailles Pumpkin Show in the town of Versailles on the last weekend in September or the Bluegrass Festival on the first weekend of October.
For Halloween festivities, visit the park the last weekend in October.
Salary Information:
This position starts at a minimum rate of $10.
75 per hour; however, pay may be commensurate with experience and the starting rate may vary for the position for which you apply.
About the Job:
As a Seasonal Property Interpretive Specialist, you will provide customer service and education to the general public regarding property features and historical context.
Specialists may assist with conducting operations such as ticket or product sales and rentals depending on assignment and requirements described below.
As an Interpretive Specialist, effective communication and comfort with public speaking are essential.
Interpretive Specialists should seek opportunities to engage property guests and manage large crowds when necessary.
Due to the public education unique to each property or area of focus, attendance at training sessions is required.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Naturalist Aides educate the general public on nature center programming, local/common flora and fauna, and local/common animal species.
Naturalist Aides assist with the development and presentation of displays, brochures, monthly activities and/or media releases.
Further, research may be required on the identification and care of flora and fauna, and the care of nature center animal species.
These Interpretive Specialists are also required to assist in the care of animals (feeding, watering, and bedding changes) and the general maintenance of the nature center. - Wildlife Rehabilitation Assistants educate the general public on natural resource programming such as guided hikes, talks and crafts.
Rehabilitation Assistants provide care for resident hawks, owls, eagles, falcons, vultures, snakes and turtles used in educational programming.
This role assists in the care of injured and orphaned birds of prey, responds to calls about found injured raptors, and assists in the care and propagation of the feeder rodent population. - Village Workers educate the general public on period appropriate trades, techniques and crafts while presenting cultural history programming to visitors.
Each worker educates on specific trades; however, they may be asked to fill in for other posts.
These Interpretive Specialists may be asked to assist with craft sales in the Village Mercantile and the general maintenance of village property.
Trades presented and educated upon in the village include:- Woodworking
- May include coppering education
- Leatherworker
- Broom Maker
- Blacksmith
- Weaver
- Ability to use a two-pedal loom is necessary
- Miller
- Ability to operate the Grist Mill and bag cornmeal for sale is necessary
- Woodworking
- Cave Tour Guides educate the general public on the natural history of caves.
Tour Guides assist with scheduling reservations and collect tour fees.
Further, research may be required on the identification and care of relevant flora and fauna.
Depending on the property, boat tours may be available and Tour Guides are expected to maintain boats, equipment and the registration shed.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What We're Looking For:
- Candidates must have a high school diploma OR High School Equivalent (HSE) OR one (1) year of work experience.
- Skill in public speaking and effective written communication
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to carry out assignments with general instruction and limited supervision.
What You'll Need for Success:
- This role should expect to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Individuals may experience working in potentially inclement weather.
- Individual may be required to wear a DNR provided uniform.
- Individuals may experience working directly with offenders.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role does not provide direct supervision to direct reports.Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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