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Roving Park Interpreter

Fairfax County Park Authority
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Position Title: Roving Park Interpreter

Location: Work will require travel to various Fairfax County Park Authority sites/schools. Occasionally attend outreach events and staff a booth as a representative of FCPA and interact with the public to inform them of FCPA resources and programs.

Hours: Part-time schedule. 15-30 hours per week.

Salary: $18-$20 per hour

 

Overview: The Roving Park Interpreter will be responsible for teaching children Environmental Education and historical programs. Rovers work with Fairfax County Public Schools ( FCPS) and the general public. Position is under the general direction of the Outreach senior interpreter and the specific program directors at work sites. Some program research, planning, and development may be required. 

 

 

Duties: 

  • Roving Park Interpreters (Rovers) teach a wide variety of education programs. 
  • Main duties include Meaningful Watershed Education Experience (MWEE)  for 7th grade FCPS.
  • Other duties include 4th grade MWEE offered at various elementary schools which focuses on invasive plants or 9th grade experiences about tree identification. 
  • Rovers will also lead programs, teach camps, work events and other activities with scout groups and the general public. 
  • Uniforms and name tags provided.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Applicants should have some course work in nature/history, education, interpretation, or outdoor recreation. These would be beneficial, but are not required. 
  • Applicants should have the ability to work with all age groups. 
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
  • Be able to walk long distances over various types of terrain and stand for long periods of time.

 

To Apply: Send resume to FCPAJobs@fairfaxcounty.gov

 

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

 

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.  

 

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. 

 

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.