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Deception Pass State Park - Washington State Parks

Actively Recruiting

Openings

2 currently recruiting

Service Dates

October 16, 2024 - August 31, 2025

Application Window

April 1, 2024 - September 3, 2024

Location

  • Oak Harbor, WA

Contact Information

Jason Armstrong
(360) 914-0120
jason.armstrong@parks.wa.gov

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Position Details

Environmental Stewardship

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Description

These AmeriCorps national service positions will serve 40 hours per week in person. Some evenings and weekends may be required. The anticipated service term is October 16, 2024 - August 31, 2025. The Interpretive Naturalist provides environmental education and conservation support at Deception Pass State Park.

These positions are a good fit for people who – have a strong desire to teach others about environmental education, have strong oral and written communications, can work well with a team, and can work well with government, non-government, tribal, and private organizations.

What you'll be doing - Will develop curriculum outlines for structured and non-structured environmental education opportunities throughout Deception Pass State Park; will work with community partners like the library, public schools, and non- government organizations; will provide guided educational hikes; will coordinate events and volunteer work groups; will work with a diverse group of visitors to the park.

About us - Deception Pass State Park is the most visited park in Washington State with over three million visitors per year. We are dedicated toward the conservation and preservation of some of the most diverse and protected resources scattered throughout the park. The goal of Deception Pass is to connect people with places to ensure our visitors have a memorable experience with some of our most treasured places and eco-systems. Deception Pass has 2 positions available for AmeriCorps service members as Interpretive Naturalists.

These AmeriCorps national service positions will serve 40 hours per week in person. Some evenings and weekends may be required. The anticipated service term is October 16, 2024 - August 31, 2025. The Interpretive Naturalist provides environmental education and conservation support at Deception Pass State Park.

These positions are a good fit for people who – have a strong desire to teach others about environmental education, have strong oral and written communications, can work well with a team, and can work well with government, non-government, tribal, and private organizations.

What you'll be doing - Will develop curriculum outlines for structured and non-structured environmental education opportunities throughout Deception Pass State Park; will work with community partners like the library, public schools, and non- government organizations; will provide guided educational hikes; will coordinate events and volunteer work groups; will work with a diverse group of visitors to the park.

About us - Deception Pass State Park is the most visited park in Washington State with over three million visitors per year. We are dedicated toward the conservation and preservation of some of the most diverse and protected resources scattered throughout the park. The goal of Deception Pass is to connect people with places to ensure our visitors have a memorable experience with some of our most treasured places and eco-systems. Deception Pass has 2 positions available for AmeriCorps service members as Interpretive Naturalists.
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Living Allowance

$1780 - $3561 monthly

Benefits

Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Housing, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training

Additional Benefits

Members may be able to qualify for an equity enhanced stiped based on their income and household size.

Education Requirements

Associates Degree (AA)

Desired Languages

English

Other Conditions

Car recommended
Permits attendance at school during off hours
Subject to criminal background check

Age Requirement

18 - 99

Service Details

Focus Areas

Environment

Weekly Hours

40

Location Type

Rural, Suburban

Service Type

Direct Service

Service Environment

Indoor and Outdoor

Placement

Individual and Team Placements

Service Setting

Community-based Nonprofit, Local Government Agency, Museum or Nature Center, Park

Activity Types

Hands On Activities

Contact Information

Jason Armstrong
(360) 914-0120
jason.armstrong@parks.wa.gov

Hosted By

Position Details

Environmental Stewardship

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