Huron-Clinton Metroparks

(Part Time) Interpreter

Lake St. Clair Metropark - Harrison Township, MI - Part Time

PAY RATE: $14.30 - $16.85 per hour DOQ (up to 1,500 hours per year)

LEVEL P3:

Eligible part-time employees will receive up to a $3.75 per hour retention bonus for all hours worked from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Additionally, eligible seasonal employees will receive a $0.60 per hour seasonal bonus for all hours worked. For details, click here.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the District Interpretive Services Supervisor or the Farm Center Interpretive 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 assisting in planning and preparing talks. 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.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employees shall perform other duties as assigned.

  • Assist in the development 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.
  • 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 assist with special events.

The list above is intended to describe the general nature of duties only.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Interpreter – P3

  • Associate’s Degree in nature interpretation, environmental education, biology or natural resources management or a related field, Bachelors preferred. Applicants with 4 or more years of related service will be given credit toward meeting the minimum educational requirements and will be considered for the position.
  • Experience in interpretation, education or a related field preferred.
  • Ability to complete CIG certification within one year.
  • Ability to learn the principles and practices used in developing and carrying out a diversified interpretive program.
  • Ability to design science education programs that support the NGSS and Michigan Science Standards set by the Michigan Department of Education.
  • Ability to promote and maintain cooperative working relationships with educational groups, park visitors and other employees.
  • Ability to demonstrate creativity and the ability to implement new initiatives.
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate verbally to give tours, lead programs and presentations.
  • Ability to use carpenter, gardening, farming, and artistic tools.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to traverse sandy, marshy and wooded areas with even or uneven terrain.
  • Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
  • May be assigned to work in other parks and districts as needed and if necessary.
  • May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
  • Ability to perform essential duties.

LEVEL P4:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the District Interpretive Services Supervisor or the Farm Center Interpretive 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employees shall perform other duties as assigned.

  • Meets all the essential duties of the Interpreter – P3.
  • Develop and conduct interpretive presentations to students, families, summer camps, and the general public.
  • Create and maintain necessary reports and paperwork.

The list above is intended to describe the general nature of duties only.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Interpreter – P4

  • Meets all the minimum qualifications of the Interpreter – P3.
  • Associate’s Degree in nature interpretation, environmental education, biology or natural resources management or a related field, Bachelors preferred. Applicants with 4 or more years of related service will be given credit toward meeting the minimum educational requirements and will be considered for the position.
  • Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) certification, or the ability to complete CIG certification within one year.
  • Experience in interpretation, education or a related field.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices used in developing and carrying out a diversified interpretive program.
  • Knowledge of and ability to design science education programs that support the NGSS and Michigan Science Standards set by the Michigan Department of Education.
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