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Interpretive Naturalist 1

Posted: February 16, 2022 by MAEE Administration

Category: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

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Interpretive Naturalist 1
Job Type
  • Part Time & Seasonal
Organization MN Dept. of Natural Resources- Forestry
Job Description
  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted:02/12/2022
  • Closing Date: 03/11/2022
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Natural Resources Dept
  • Division/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails Reg 3 / PAT-R3 Forestville CaveStaff
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating
  • Days of Work: Varies
  • Travel Required: No
  • Salary Range: $20.91 - $30.24/hourly
  • Classified Status: Classified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 214- MAPE
  • Work Area: Preston, MN
  • Employment Condition: Seasonal, Part-Time
  • FLSA:  Non-Exempt
  • Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

This position will develop, present, and publicize interpretive programs in order to educate the public about the natural, cultural and outdoor recreation aspects of Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park. Much of this work involves presenting interpretive tours in Mystery Cave. Other duties include researching material for interpretive use, developing non-personal interpretive materials, staffing the information desk and visitor center, record keeping, opening/closing visitor center and cave, record keeping, operating the ticket and gift store counter.

Responsibilities include:

  1. Develop and present interpretive activities by developing and conducting interpretive tours, operate lighting system on the cave tour routes, present safety and conservation messages to cave tour visitors, and present interpretive talks and/or activities above ground.
  2. Perform information and sales duties by meeting and greeting the public at assigned information/ticket sales area, sell tickets and gift store items; perform remittance, conduct inventory of gift store merchandise, and maintain shelves, counters, and walls in public view.
  3. Perform administrative functions by responding to inquiries from the public orally and in writing, attend and participate in staff meetings, record and file visitor attendance, and create interpretive signs, forms, and spreadsheets.
  4. Perform operational duties by enabling safe, smooth, and efficient cave operations to be carried out.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

*Please make sure your application/resume clearly describes how you meet the qualifications for this position*

Applicants must meet the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in one of the physical sciences such as ecology, zoology, botany, geology, geography OR a cultural resource focused degree such as American history, anthropology, archeology, OR parks and recreation management OR equivalent.
  • Three months relevant public speaking experience in a formal or informal setting.  Relevant speaking experience may include: professional, volunteer, or internship work.

Additional requirements include:

  • Advanced oral communication skills sufficient to present information on environmental and cultural values, facts and theories in a clear and understandable manner to diverse individuals and groups.
  • Writing skills sufficient to develop materials, compile reports and write interesting and educational news releases.
  • Advanced human relations skills.
  • Ability/willingness to work as part of a team with changing assignments.
  • Understanding of interpretive techniques including the ability to assess audiences and the effectiveness of interpretive media.
  • Skills in historical, cultural and natural resource research and literature search techniques.
  • Computer skills, i.e. MS Office: WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience conducting interpretive programs in Minnesota State Parks.
  • Prior work experience in Forestville Mystery Cave State Park.
  • Six months professional experience in public speaking, interpersonal communication, interpretation or education.
  • Understanding of Minnesota's natural and cultural history and resource management.
  • Knowledge sufficient to identify plants and animals.
  • Knowledge of park resources.
  • Background in natural/cultural resource interpretation.
  • Understanding of basic interpretive exhibit and display standards and techniques.
  • Understanding of educational curriculum and materials sufficient to assess their effectiveness.
  • Illustration/photography/visual presentation skills.
  • Well-developed problem-solving skills.
  • Organizational skills sufficient to develop, schedule and implement summer programs.
  • Ability to manage visitors and deal with emergency response situations.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting articles such as 50-pounds maximum and frequently lifting and/or carrying objects such as heavy tools and file boxes. This job may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.

*Must be able to push a wheel chair with occupant through the Scenic Tour Route*

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record.

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

  • Employment Reference Check
  • SEMA4 Records Check
  • Criminal History Check
  • Education/license verification
Location Preston, MN
Expires 2022-03-11
Link https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/
MAEE Partner Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Interpretive Naturalist 1
  • Part Time & Seasonal
MN Dept. of Natural Resources- Forestry
Location: Preston, MN
Expires: 2022-03-11
Link: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/
MAEE Partner: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Job Description:
  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted:02/12/2022
  • Closing Date: 03/11/2022
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Natural Resources Dept
  • Division/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails Reg 3 / PAT-R3 Forestville CaveStaff
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating
  • Days of Work: Varies
  • Travel Required: No
  • Salary Range: $20.91 - $30.24/hourly
  • Classified Status: Classified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 214- MAPE
  • Work Area: Preston, MN
  • Employment Condition: Seasonal, Part-Time
  • FLSA:  Non-Exempt
  • Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

This position will develop, present, and publicize interpretive programs in order to educate the public about the natural, cultural and outdoor recreation aspects of Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park. Much of this work involves presenting interpretive tours in Mystery Cave. Other duties include researching material for interpretive use, developing non-personal interpretive materials, staffing the information desk and visitor center, record keeping, opening/closing visitor center and cave, record keeping, operating the ticket and gift store counter.

Responsibilities include:

  1. Develop and present interpretive activities by developing and conducting interpretive tours, operate lighting system on the cave tour routes, present safety and conservation messages to cave tour visitors, and present interpretive talks and/or activities above ground.
  2. Perform information and sales duties by meeting and greeting the public at assigned information/ticket sales area, sell tickets and gift store items; perform remittance, conduct inventory of gift store merchandise, and maintain shelves, counters, and walls in public view.
  3. Perform administrative functions by responding to inquiries from the public orally and in writing, attend and participate in staff meetings, record and file visitor attendance, and create interpretive signs, forms, and spreadsheets.
  4. Perform operational duties by enabling safe, smooth, and efficient cave operations to be carried out.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

*Please make sure your application/resume clearly describes how you meet the qualifications for this position*

Applicants must meet the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in one of the physical sciences such as ecology, zoology, botany, geology, geography OR a cultural resource focused degree such as American history, anthropology, archeology, OR parks and recreation management OR equivalent.
  • Three months relevant public speaking experience in a formal or informal setting.  Relevant speaking experience may include: professional, volunteer, or internship work.

Additional requirements include:

  • Advanced oral communication skills sufficient to present information on environmental and cultural values, facts and theories in a clear and understandable manner to diverse individuals and groups.
  • Writing skills sufficient to develop materials, compile reports and write interesting and educational news releases.
  • Advanced human relations skills.
  • Ability/willingness to work as part of a team with changing assignments.
  • Understanding of interpretive techniques including the ability to assess audiences and the effectiveness of interpretive media.
  • Skills in historical, cultural and natural resource research and literature search techniques.
  • Computer skills, i.e. MS Office: WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience conducting interpretive programs in Minnesota State Parks.
  • Prior work experience in Forestville Mystery Cave State Park.
  • Six months professional experience in public speaking, interpersonal communication, interpretation or education.
  • Understanding of Minnesota's natural and cultural history and resource management.
  • Knowledge sufficient to identify plants and animals.
  • Knowledge of park resources.
  • Background in natural/cultural resource interpretation.
  • Understanding of basic interpretive exhibit and display standards and techniques.
  • Understanding of educational curriculum and materials sufficient to assess their effectiveness.
  • Illustration/photography/visual presentation skills.
  • Well-developed problem-solving skills.
  • Organizational skills sufficient to develop, schedule and implement summer programs.
  • Ability to manage visitors and deal with emergency response situations.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting articles such as 50-pounds maximum and frequently lifting and/or carrying objects such as heavy tools and file boxes. This job may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.

*Must be able to push a wheel chair with occupant through the Scenic Tour Route*

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's License with a clear driving record.

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

  • Employment Reference Check
  • SEMA4 Records Check
  • Criminal History Check
  • Education/license verification
  • Resource entry form
  • Job Entry form
  • Event Entry form
  • Partner Submission
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