Park Interpreter 9-P11 - Nature Awaits Wolf Lake
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Park Interpreter 9-P11 - Nature Awaits Wolf Lake
Salary
$24.74 - $39.74 Hourly
Location
Mattawan, MI
Job Type
Limited Term (position has expiration date)
Job Number
7501-26-MOD-004
Department
Natural Resources
Opening Date
11/17/2025
Closing Date
12/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
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Job Description
Responsible for delivering environmental education programming for fourth graders at up to four assigned regional locations and through virtual video conferencing platforms. The interpreter will also mentor and lead seasonal Nature Awaits Program staff at assigned park sites. The interpreter will identify interpretive program needs at each of the assigned locations, both for the current program and long-range planning.
The position will likely include a state vehicle for use: however, The Nature Awaits Interpreter may be required to provide their own transportation for site visits with the DNR paying mileage and meal reimbursements consistent with State of Michigan guidelines.
The Nature Awaits Interpreter is a limited term position through September 30, 2026.
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PI%20PD%20Nature%20Awaits.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in natural sciences, park management, natural resources communication or interpretation, parks and recreation, outdoor or environmental education, fisheries and wildlife or another natural resources related field, or an education degree with an emphasis in natural science.
Experience
Park Interpreter 9
No specific @type or amount is required.
Park Interpreter 10
One year of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter 9.
Park Interpreter P11
Two years of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter, including one year equivalent to a Park Interpreter 10.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach resume, cover letter, and official college transcripts to your application. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/ParkInterpreter.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
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Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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PARKTPR - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in natural sciences, park management, natural resources communication or interpretation, parks and recreation, outdoor or environmental education, fisheries and wildlife or another natural resources related field. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR An education degree with an emphasis in natural science. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
Yes
No
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PARKTPR - Please select your level of experience.
None
At least one year of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter.
At least two years of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter.
At least three years of professional experience providing interpretation services equivalent to a Park Interpreter.
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How much experience do you possess in natural science interpretation?
None
1 year experience
2 years experience
3 or more years experience
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How much experience do you possess planning and presenting educational programs about Michigan ecosystems (flora, fauna, river and lake ecology, geology) and other related subject areas?
None
1 year experience
2 years experience
3 or more years experience
05
Please describe an education program that you have planned and presented.
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How much experience do you possess supervising and/or coaching non-professionals (volunteers or paid staff) in the design and delivery of interpretive programs?
None
1 year experience
2 years experience
3 years or more experience
07
Identify your experience leading outdoor recreation programming.
None
1 year experience
2 years experience
3 years or more experience
08
Please provide an example of an outdoor recreation program that you have planned and presented.
09
QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Natural Resources
Address
525 West Allegan
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-284-5014
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers
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