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Delaware Seashore State Park
Part Time Program Leader

Delaware Seashore State Park is seeking a creative and motivated person to help prepare and present interpretive programs.Schedule is as follows: 

Part time schedule for 5-10 hours per week including weekend and evening hours.  There will be an opportunity to work additional hours during summer months (June – August) if desired.Pay rate: $9.75/hour This part-time position has a flexible schedule that will include weekday, evenings, mandatory weekend hours and does not provide benefits such as vacation, sick leave, medical/dental insurance, or overtime pay.  

Responsibilities:

  • Research, develop, schedule, and present interpretive programs related to the natural and cultural resources of Delaware Seashore State Park
    • Natural resource topics include coastal ecology, marsh ecology, seining, astronomy, water quality, guided hikes, birding, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, etc.
    • Cultural resource topics include the U.S. Life-Saving Service, American Indian history in the area and maritime history.
    • Assist in other program areas such as special events, craft programs, etc.
Qualifications:

Required
  • Graduate of, or working towards, a degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Education, History or related field
  • Must be willing to work weekends and 1 night per week
  • Excellent customer service skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable on/near the water & ability to swim
  • Must have valid driver’s license & be in good physical health
Preferred
  • Experience presenting interpretive programs designed for people of all ages
  • Knowledge of coastal ecology and the mid-Atlantic region
  • Experience with kayaking, fishing, and other water-based activities
  • NAI Certified Interpretive Guide or teaching experience
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification
CLOSING DATE: when filled

To be considered for this position: Please send by email, mail or FAX cover letter, resume (including 2-3 references), and completed DE State Parks seasonal employment application to

Dorothy Sheehan, Site Manager
Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum
Delaware Seashore State Park
25039 Coastal Highway
Rehoboth Beach DE 19971
Telephone: 302-227-6991
FAX:  302-227-6438
Email: Dorothy.Sheehan@state.de.us

The DE State Parks seasonal employment application is available to pick up in person at any Delaware State Park office or you can print it out on-line at http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/parks/Home/Pages/Employment.aspx

 

  

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