Parks District Interpretation & Ed Specialist

Class Concept

This is professional work in providing consultation and assistance to rangers and superintendents in the management of natural and cultural resources and the development and presentation of public programs and educational learning experiences at the state parks in the assigned district. Under the administrative supervision of the district superintendents, employees are liaisons with park staffs to ensure that park themes, public programs, educational packages, and resource management plans are developed within division standards. Employees advise park staffs in methods of research, specimen gathering and preservation, and techniques for program presentation. Employees act as consultants in investigating and recommending solutions to problems, involving the preservation of natural resources. Employees also develop special event programs, create displays, and produce written materials, photographs, and illustrations for publication and perform related duties as required.

Recruitment Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of methods and techniques of developing educational programs and materials.
• Considerable knowledge of North Carolina natural and cultural history.
• Considerable knowledge of biological/geological processes and natural communities.
• Considerable knowledge of natural and cultural resource management practices.
• Skill in developing educational programs and materials.
• Skill in developing and producing media materials.
• Ability to research natural/environmental subjects.
• Ability to prepare and present informational programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with a major in a natural science field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the development and presentation of natural science interpretive and educational programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.