DUTIES
The summer interpretive naturalist volunteer will serve with the education staff and volunteers at Cama Beach and Camano Island State Parks on the shore of Saratoga Passage. The volunteer will lead outdoor discovery experiences and experiential education in a busy, fast-paced environment. The volunteer will also have the opportunity to develop a capstone project. The majority of programs will be targeted at children ages 4-12 but teens, adults, and seniors are also often in the audience. The summer interpretive naturalist volunteer will assist staff in developing and maintaining education materials, and presenting evening programs. The volunteer's role will be to create a sense of stewardship and to provide youth and adults with opportunities to enjoy the rich legacy of Washington State Parks.

REPORTS TO
State Parks' Interpretive Specialist (who is under the general supervision of the State Parks Area Manager).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead or assist with seven or more programs per week including interpretive tours, nature and science programs, Junior Ranger programs, craft and historic skills programs.
• Lead naturalist hikes over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
• Educate and inspire people of all ages and walks of life about temperate rainforest habitats and marine ecosystems.
• Ensure that all activities on the Cama Beach Foundation "Calendar of Events" are accurate for the week ahead.
• Performs routine maintenance of interpretive facilities and displays, including light cleaning.
• Conducts extensive materials preparation.
• Submit a volunteer timesheet and provide written feedback about the programs and volunteer experience at the end of each month.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Energetic, creative individual with high level of self-motivation. Good organizational skills. Excellent communication skills. Creativity and new ideas are encouraged.
• 2 years of college or equivalent practical experience.
• Helpful background and experience include: experience as an educator (formal or informal), experience interacting with the public, experience as a nature interpreter or guide.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. Ability to hike over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• The normal schedule is Thursday through Monday and 40 hours per week. The volunteer may be asked to serve some evenings and during the Independence Day weekend.
• Must be able to begin volunteering by Thursday, June 22. Must serve through Monday, August 28. (The first day can be as early as Thursday, June 15; the last day can be as late as Monday, September 11)
• Knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Puget Sound region desired.
• Ability to serve cohesively as a member of the Cama Beach State Park team.
• Ability to maintain composure if exposed to negative comments from the public.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

STIPEND FOR OUT OF POCKET EXPENSES
This position provides the successful candidate with up to 400 hours of experience. FREE housing at Cama Beach State Park. A stipend for out of pocket expenses of up to $1,000 will be provided by Cama Beach Foundation.

TO APPLY
Please send a one-page cover letter indicating interest in this position and a one-page resume including three references.
​CLOSING DATE: Wed, Mar 15, 2017.
Tina Dinzl-Pederson
1880 S West Camano Drive
Camano Island, WA 98282
Christina.Dinzl-Pederson@parks.wa.gov
(360) 387-3342 or (360) 913-0253
http://parks.state.wa.us/483/cama-beach

Duties
The summer interpretive naturalist volunteer will work with the education staff and volunteers at Cama Beach and Camano Island State Parks on the shore of Saratoga Passage. The summer volunteer will lead outdoor discovery experiences and experiential education. The summer volunteer will also have the opportunity to develop a capstone project. The majority of programming will be for children ages 4-12. The volunteer will assist staff in developing and maintaining education materials, and presenting evening programs. The volunteer will work to create a sense of stewardship and to provide youth and adults with opportunities to enjoy the rich legacy of Washington State Parks.

Reports to
State Parks’ Interpretive Specialist, under the general supervision of the State Parks Area Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist with seven or more programs per work week including interpretive tours, nature and science programs, Junior Ranger programs, craft (a significant portion of programs) and historic skills programs.
• Lead naturalist hikes over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions.
• Educate and inspire people of all ages and walks of life about temperate rainforest habitats and marine ecosystems.
• Ensure that all “Calendar of Events” are accurate for the week ahead.
• Performs routine maintenance of interpretive facilities and displays to include cleaning functions and janitorial.
• Every two weeks, submit a timesheet and written feedback about the programs and volunteer experience.

Qualifications

• Energetic, creative individual with high level of self-motivation. Good organizational skills. Excellent communication skills.
• 2 years of college or equivalent practical experience.
• Some experience with teaching, interacting with the public or interpretation.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. Ability to hike over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• The normal work schedule is Thursday through Monday (including Monday, July 4th) and 40 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to work some evenings and during the Independence Day weekend.
• Must be able to begin work by Saturday, June 25. Must work through Friday, September 2. (The first day can be as early as Saturday, June 11; the last day can be as late as Sunday, September 11)
• Knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Puget Sound region desired.
• Ability to work cohesively as a member of the Cama Beach State Park team.
• Ability to maintain composure if exposed to negative comments from the public.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Compensation
This summer volunteer position provides the successful candidate with up to 400 hours of experience. A stipend of $2.50 per hour will be provided by Cama Beach Foundation. Housing will be provided at Cama Beach State Park.

This position is funded by
Cama Beach Foundation, www.camabeachfoundation.org

TO APPLY
Please send a one-page cover letter indicating interest in this position and a one-page resume including three references. Submittals accepted beginning January 28, 2016; Closing Date: open until filled.

Tina Dinzl-Pederson
1880 S West Camano Drive
Camano Island, WA 98282
Christina.Dinzl-Pederson@parks.wa.gov

Washington State Parks is looking for someone who's handy with power and manual tools and has experience operating heavy equipment such as tractors, graders, mowers, dump trucks, etc. to be a Maintenance Mechanic 1 at Lake Sammamish State Park. Know a good candidate? Pass this along. A great job outdoors but close to urban life. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1023760

If you have two to four hours a week and are looking for a way to contribute to the Camano Island community consider helping CBF.

We have a couple different types of positions. 

Cashiers at the Cama Store: during the summer, the Cama Store is open 10 am - 4 pm seven days a week. To staff the store we have 14 three-hour shifts each week. If you'd like to sell lots of bubble gum, ice cream, and other gifts to really friendly campers and day visitors contact John at info@camabeachfoundation.org.

Docents on the Beach: each summer CBF supplements the programs offered by Parks staff. There's no need to be a subject-matter expert. If you enjoy talking with people, this could be the volunteer job for you! Contact John at info@camabeachfoundation.org for details.