WATERSHED AND INDIGENOUS INTERPRETATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK INTERPRETER II (LIMITED-TERM) – MONTEREY DISTRICT / INTERPRETATION & EDUCATION

The reporting location for this position is at the Monterey District Office (2211 Garden Rd. Monterey, CA 93940). This position will work under the supervision of the Monterey District Interpretive Program Manager and receive project direction from the statewide Watershed Interpretive Program Manager with the Cannabis Watershed Protection Program (CWPP).

This new position will work closely with district, CWPP program staff, and contractors to design and implement a districtwide Watershed and Indigenous Interpretation Program Plan and associated education and exhibit plans to deepen public understanding of human relationships with the landscape since time imemmorial.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in audience-centered interpretive methods and possess strong skills in interpretive planning, writing, exhibit design, and project management. They must be able to nurture dynamic partnerships with colleagues, contractors, community members, and tribal partners. The ideal candidate will have academic and/or work experience in the natural and cultural history of the Monterey Bay and Big Sur area and experience in co-creating interpretive programs with tribal communities.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

Training and development assignments may be considered.

This position is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended and/or become permanent.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Richard Fletcher at [email protected] or 805-927-2085.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

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Working Conditions

This position involves frequent sitting and prolonged engagement with digital equipment (computers, tablets, and mobile devices). Occasional in-state travel will be required for field work that may include time outdoors in variable weather conditions and temperatures. May be required to hike on or off trail in steep and brushy terrain to visit CWPP field sites. Occasional lifting, moving, and carrying equipment up to 20 pounds

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click .

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Statement of Qualifications (please limit responses to 300 words or less per question):

1. Please describe your experience interpreting a culturally sensitive topic for a diverse audience.

2. Please describe your experience in interpretive planning including the types of plans, your role, and plan outcomes.

3. Please describe your experience co-creating and/or consulting with a Tribal organization on an interpretive product.

Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The ideal candidate will be proficient in audience-centered interpretive methods and possess strong skills in interpretive planning, writing, exhibit design, and project management. They must be able to nurture dynamic partnerships with colleagues, contractors, community members, and tribal partners. The ideal candidate will have academic and/or work experience in the natural and cultural history of the Monterey Bay and Big Sur area and experience in co-creating interpretive programs with tribal communities.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position #549-720-2827-906and the Job Control # JC-523465 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements"