Full Job Description
Interpretive Advisor
ID:
NPSMALU-001-001
Location:
Atlanta
Program:
NPS
Wage/Hr:
$50.00
Hours/Week:
40
Minimum Age:
55
Duration
This position is funded for up to 2080 total hours.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 20 year(s) of experience in Interpretation and 10 years of experience in partnership collaboration OR BA/BS Degree in History, Interpretation, Communication or related
• Experience with the science of Interpretation, Management and evaluation of Volunteerism programs, Community experience, foundation documents and interpretive plans
• Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Outlook, MS SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat
Duties:
Serve as an advisor and mentor to all levels of staff and leadership in the field of Interpretation, Education, and Volunteerism. Will participate in strategic planning for programming, exhibits, volunteerism, and staff development.
• Work collaboratively to develop and revise interpretive programs, media, and digital content related to the enabling legislation. 25%
• Utilize joint partnerships to engage in Interpretive Strategic Planning for new and rehabilitated park interpretive sites 25%
• Provide interpretive subject matter expertise and technical advisory support to NPS units and external partners for creation of interpretive offerings. Work includes historical research, partner collaboration, site visits (travel), and formal interpretive presentations. 25%
• Manage and evaluate volunteer programs and serve as advisor to park volunteer ambassador 25%
Other:
• Overnight travel: Anticipate up to one week of travel per month, 2?5-day trips.
• Air travel anticipated: 2-5 day trips, up to once per month
• Physical requirements: The position is primarily sedentary with occasional visits to partner sites throughout the United States. Walking/hiking as part of site tours may be required. Driving and travel to site visits is also expected. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.