(Part-Time) Interpreter

About the role

Under the direction of the District Interpretive Services Supervisor, this year-round, part time Interpreter position seeks to present a variety of interpretive programs to school groups of all levels, families, community groups and other members of the public, to share the rich natural and cultural history of Southeast Michigan at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks. Work responsibilities in this position involve planning, preparing, and presenting talks, demonstrations, and promoting public interest in the appreciation of natural, historical and cultural resources. This position performs a variety of professional and technical duties related to interpretive programs and operation of nature centers, farms, and museums for assigned district. This position is part-time up to 1500 hours per year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct interpretive presentations to students, families, summer camps, and the general public
• Promote public interest and participation in interpretive programs through tasks, illustrated lectures, and dissemination of pertinent publicity
• Work a varied schedule, work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, am or pm shifts, and in any type of weather
• Register groups and individuals for programs, create invoices, prepare and send out correspondence, and arrange other school/group visit logistics
• Create and maintain necessary reports and paperwork
• Market programs as needed
• Welcome and interact with casual park visitors and answer inquiries in person and via telephone, e-mail, and social media
• Maintenance of indoor facilities and outdoor spaces, including captive animal and trail maintenance, as needed
• May serve on committees
• May assist with special events

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from accredited college within nature interpretation, environmental education, biology or natural resources management or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Progressively responsible experience in interpretation, education or a related field
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the