STATE PARK INTERPRETER I
Yolo County, CA, USA
USD 4,788-5,998 / month
Job Posting: STATE PARK INTERPRETER I
Department of Parks & Recreation
STATE PARK INTERPRETER I
$4,788.00 - $5,998.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 8/26/2026
Job Description and Duties
STATE PARK INTERPRETER I – CAPITAL DISTRICT / INTERPRETATION & EDUCATION / CALIFORNIA INDIAN HERITAGE CENTER
The reporting location for this position is the California Indian Heritage Center in West Sacramento, California. This position will work under the direction of the State Park Interpreter III.
The State Park Interpreter I is a key member of the interpretive and visitor services team at the California Indian Heritage Center (CIHC). This role supports CIHC’s mission by delivering high-quality interpretive programming, providing visitor services, and serving as a lead for intermittent, seasonal, and volunteer staff. Work may also occur in other Capital District units as operational needs arise.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
This position is designated as not telework eligible.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Alison Parks at (916) 826-0487 or at Alison.Parks@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Primarily outdoor worksite with kiosk. Work in all types of weather conditions, including hot, dusty, rainy, and otherwise challenging environments. Walk distances on uneven surfaces, sometimes traveling to public restrooms or other facilities located a significant distance from the main work area. Duties may include assisting with parking area management during busy periods or special events. Ability to bend, stoop, lift, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
The California Indian Heritage Center operates Wednesday through Sunday, with additional openings possible for special events and programs. Weekend and holiday shifts, along with occasional evening work, are required.
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Department Information
The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/26/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Desirable Qualifications
• Experience developing, planning, coordinating, and delivering interpretive programs, public presentations, special events, media materials, or educational content.
• Knowledge of California Tribal history, cultural diversity, Indigenous stewardship, and community-based programming.
• Skill in collaborating with staff, volunteers, community partners, and Native community members to create and deliver interpretive content.
• Experience providing visitor services, including public engagement, wayfinding, kiosk operations, informal interpretation, and revenue collection.
• Ability to assist with administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, program scheduling, reservations, reporting, permitting, and event coordination.
• Experience leading or training permanent, intermittent, seasonal, and/or volunteer staff.
• Strong communication skills for working with nonprofit partners, community organizations, government agencies, museums, contractors, and media outlets.
• Ability to maintain contact lists, support media distribution, and contribute to public outreach efforts (e.g., social media and webpage updates).
• Experience providing a safe, inclusive, welcoming environment for diverse visitors and colleagues.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping and maintain orderly visitor-service spaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, navigate uneven terrain, and stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and special events as required.
• Ability to handle occasional travel and possession of (or ability to obtain) a valid driver’s license for state vehicle use.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting an inclusive, discrimination-free workplace and fostering diverse cultural perspectives.
• Strong organizational skills for managing deadlines, administrative paperwork, meetings, and trainings.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Alison Parks
(916) 826-0487
alison.parks@parks.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
Additional Instructions
If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-672-2826-002 and the Job Control # JC-527633 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.Eligibility Information
To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
- List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for State Park Interpreter I. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
- Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
