Interpretive Assistant

Florence County SC

About the Role

The Interpretive Assistant assists in the implementation of education programs, workshops, and activities for all ages.

Essential Functions

• Greets groups and the general public visiting the Environmental Discovery Center (EDC); disseminates information about park facilities and local areas of interest.
• Assists visitors with park reservations for overnight accommodations, canoes and kayaks, rental facilities, etc.
• Responsible for handling, feeding, and general care and maintenance of the EDC’s live animal collection and displays.
• Collects and accounts for daily revenue. Accurately completes and submits all required receipts and reports.
• Properly secures the building upon opening and closing.
• Works as needed on holidays, weekdays, weekends, and/or evenings.

Non-Essential Functions

• Trains in the field of environmental education by utilizing resources and opportunities as they arise to keep abreast of current developments in the field.
• Represents the Environmental Discovery Center and Lynches River County Park at community festivals and events.
• Performs light housekeeping activities to ensure the attractiveness, cleanliness, and safety of the EDC; assists with program set-up and clean-up.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs and computer operations.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, First Aid and CPR certification upon hire.

Qualifications

• Requires, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in the field of Environmental Education/Interpretation is desired.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential duties.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move, and lift 30 lb. objects regularly.
• Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.