We are currently trying to fill 2 positions located at the
Florida State Parks District 3 Office at Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka,
FL. We think a recent or soon to be college graduate will be ideal for these
positions. Please share these opportunities with students and recent alumni.
- AmeriCorps
Project ROAR position
is ideal for a student who majored in Environmental/Natural Sciences or
Education, but other majors are encouraged to apply
The Project R.O.A.R. (Regional Outreach and Awareness Recruiters) program places members
in unique regional positions to serve as liaisons between other FLCC projects
and the public. These AmeriCorps members also work closely with Florida Park
Service and FLCC staff to reach volunteer recruitment goals and prepare
outreach materials. Project R.O.A.R. members commit to 11 months and 1,700
hours, approximately 40 hours per week, communicating the impact of AmeriCorps
service and value of volunteerism with three main focus areas:
regional volunteer management/recruitment
and outreach projects
volunteer recruitment and outreach
assistance for Project A.N.T. and Project T.R.E.C. members
coordination with FLCC staff on special
projects and initiatives
Project R.O.A.R.
members will also have the opportunity to engage with the public in the form of
various outreach and interpretation presentations. Through their primary work
assignments, members will receive valuable experience in volunteer management
and communication along with personal and professional development.
- OPS Park Services Specialist
Ideal for a student that majored in Graphic Design, Education,
Environmental/Natural Sciences, Communications, or similar field
Base Salary: $13.50 to $15.50 per hour based on experience/ 25 hours per
week
Location: Wekiwa Springs State Park
District 3 Office
1800 Wekiwa Springs Circle
Apopka, Florida 32712
Closing Date: December 13, 2019
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic,
self-motivated and well-organized individual to provide interpretive support to
the Florida State Parks in District 3. The position will act as a liaison between State Park staff and
leadership at the District and State offices while planning and coordinating
interpretive projects at parks, designing interpretive panels, and creating
written content to interpret natural and cultural resources within the
district. The purpose of these interpretive projects will be to provide visual
storytelling which focuses on the Florida State Park’s Mission: “To provide
resource-based recreation, while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural
and cultural resources.” This position requires effective communication, an eye
for visual design and attention to detail.
This position does not
include paid leave. This position is funded through the end of the fiscal year on
June 30, 2020.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Works with District and
Division to plan priorities, schedule, and scope for interpretive projects
· Project management for
interpretive projects
· Oversees projects for
accuracy and adherence to required deliverables
· Writes and edits natural
and cultural resource interpretive content
· Works with internal and
external partners on obtaining assets such as photographs, illustrations or
other related interpretive media
· Coordinates project
reviews with Parks, District, and Division
· Organizes and maintains
project files
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
· Ability to communicate
clearly and effectively in diverse environments
· Ability to write, edit,
and review brochures, publications, website content, and other interpretive
materials
· Skill in planning and
organizing interpretive projects from visitor center exhibits to interpretive
panels
· Knowledge of Microsoft
Office Suite
· Knowledge of Adobe
Creative Suite
· Skill in graphic design
· Ability to work well
independently
· Ability to interact with
internal and external customers in a professional, tactful, and courteous
manner
· Ability to manage
multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
· Ability to maintain a
valid driver’s license
