STATE PARK INTERPRETER I

Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK INTERPRETER I / GREAT BASIN DISTRICT / ONYX RANCH SECTOR / ONYX RANCH STATE VEHICLE RECREATION AREA

The reporting location for this position is Onyx Ranch State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA) in Cantil, California.

Under the direction of the State Park Interpreter III, t he State Park Interpreter I will provide high-quality interpretive programs that advance the mission and goals of the Interpretation and Education Division and the Department. Incumbent will develop, implement, and coordinate activities necessary to create relevant visitor interpretive experiences. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of interpretation and education program development and presentation, off highway vehicle recreation, special events planning, coordinationn and implementation, writing in support of interpretive programs and projects including social media posts and press releases. This position will utilize 21st century tools to create, deliver, and engage with virtual and in-person audiences and will become part of a statewide network of Off Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation park staff working toward the common goal of creating relevant, equitable access to California State Parks for all. The State Park Interpreter I, on an occasional basis, may be required to perform work at, or on behalf of, other units in the district. This position serves as the lead person for seasonal interpretive staff and volunteers for the park

Employees who work to support State Vehicle Recreation Areas (SVRA) utilize the OHV Trust Fund and are responsible for appropriate use of the fund and to help ensure program transparency, accountability, and compliance (TAC) goals are met.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

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.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Lori Wear at (661) 524-4025 or e-mail [email protected].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

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 .

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Working Conditions

Works approximately 55% in the field and 45% in an office environment. Daily and frequent use of a personal computer and various office software applications at a workstation is required, including sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. The work environment may include moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, elevations, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noises, visitors, and traffic conditions. Duties require occasional to frequent work outside of an office in a range of climatic environments, including hot, dry deserts, coastal beaches, cool forests, and mountainous areas, and may involve exposure to extreme weather conditions.

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.

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.

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 # 549-271-2826-001 and the Job Control # JC-517589 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.