Visitor Center Host/Park Interpreter Galena Creek Visitors Center Description: The Visitor Center Host/Park Interpreter will have the primary responsibility of welcoming visitors to the center, and providing information about the natural and cultural significance of the region, with special emphasis on the unique ecology of Galena Creek Park. This position will serve as an AmeriCorps member with the Great Basin Institute and will work collaboratively with the US Forest Service and Washoe County Regional Parks & Open Space. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in environmental and cultural interpretation, curriculum development and visitor center operations while serving at one of the regions premiere visitor destinations.
Compensation: This is an AmeriCorps position, and candidates will receive a living stipend of $3,500 for the season. This is not an hourly wage or a salary and is paid to members bi-monthly throughout the entire season. Upon completion of AmeriCorps service, members shall receive an additional education award in the amount of $1,468 that can be used for paying off student loans, or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college. Timeline: May 21, 2011August 16, 2011 Duties: Staff the information desk at the Galena Creek Visitor Center, which includes: answering phone and in-person inquiries about the Visitor Center and surrounding areas, opening and closing the visitor center, providing daily center upkeep, operating the gift store register, and providing friendly and welcoming customer service to visitors; Coordinate with Special Events Coordinator and other Visitor Center staff in the implementation of a variety of community programs, including, but not limited to: docent projects and training, Friday campfire series, community hikes and lectures, special events, fundraisers and more. Responsible for developing at least one entirely new environmentally-themed program for the Visitor Center, from research through final script and delivery. Qualifications: Experience developing and implementing ecology-based programs to a wide age range, from pre-school through adult. Experience interacting with all ages in a customer service capacity; park and/or visitor center experience is desirable; Knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the Reno-Lake Tahoe area highly desirable; Bachelors Degree in ecology, biology or another environmental discipline preferred. Motivated, self-starter who is detail oriented; Flexibility to handle competing and changing priorities; Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public in a variety of forums; Ability to speak English conversationally; conversational ability in Spanish desirable but not required; Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments; Must be able to work weekends, evenings and holidays; and Possess clean, valid, state-issued drivers license. Americorps Qualifications: To qualify, you must be over 18 years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limit of four in a lifetime or the equivalent of two full-time education awards). To Apply: Step 1: Click here https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=44353 Step 2: Click Apply then register. Step 3: Once registered login and complete the application. Step 4: Click the Search Listings link and search under Environment and NV. Step 5: Click on the position then hit the Apply Now button at the bottom of the listing. Please direct all questions regarding the application process to Bridget Walden at [email protected] or 775-674-5496 These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from Nevada Volunteers. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex. Person with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
