County of Riverside
Interpretive Services Supervisor - Parks
County of Riverside, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Interpretive Services Supervisor – Parks
County of Riverside – Regional Park and Open‑Space District
Overview The Interpretive Services Supervisor leads educational, interpretive, and revenue programs across seven Riverside County nature centers and historic sites. The role rotates among the sites, providing supervision, inspiring staff, developing branding, managing budgets, and expanding revenue opportunities.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate natural and historical interpretive programs and events.
Coordinate training sessions for field staff and instruct personnel in interpreting natural, cultural, and historical areas.
Provide public outreach to local schools, encouraging interest in educational programming and aiding teachers in meeting standards.
Organize student field trips, displays, and presentations on regional interpretive resources.
Plan and implement marketing plans, monitor budgets, and justify expenditures.
Support interpretive staff scheduling, employee evaluations, and site operations, ensuring adequate staffing and operational hours.
Prepare periodic reports on activities and correspondence regarding the park interpretive function.
Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized college in natural sciences, park administration, or a closely related field; experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
Two years’ experience in nature, wildlife, or interpretive functions for a parks or forestry department, educational institution, or museum.
California Class C (or above) driver’s license required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Adobe, and a parks POS system or similar software desired.
Preferred certifications: Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG), California Naturalist, or equivalent.
Work Schedule 5/40 schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; weekend, holiday, and overtime required for special events and departmental needs.
Benefits
Uniforms provided (shirt and pants).
Competitive salary and full‑time benefits package.
Application Information Veteran’s Preference: Upload DD‑214 or spouse’s DD‑214 and disability letter. Veterans Preference Policy documents available at
https://rivcocob.org/board-policies .
Equal Opportunity Employer: County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non‑job‑related factors.
Contact Silvia Trammell –
strammell@rivco.org .
Equal Opportunity Statement The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics, or genetic information), or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non‑job‑related factors.
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Overview The Interpretive Services Supervisor leads educational, interpretive, and revenue programs across seven Riverside County nature centers and historic sites. The role rotates among the sites, providing supervision, inspiring staff, developing branding, managing budgets, and expanding revenue opportunities.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate natural and historical interpretive programs and events.
Coordinate training sessions for field staff and instruct personnel in interpreting natural, cultural, and historical areas.
Provide public outreach to local schools, encouraging interest in educational programming and aiding teachers in meeting standards.
Organize student field trips, displays, and presentations on regional interpretive resources.
Plan and implement marketing plans, monitor budgets, and justify expenditures.
Support interpretive staff scheduling, employee evaluations, and site operations, ensuring adequate staffing and operational hours.
Prepare periodic reports on activities and correspondence regarding the park interpretive function.
Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized college in natural sciences, park administration, or a closely related field; experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
Two years’ experience in nature, wildlife, or interpretive functions for a parks or forestry department, educational institution, or museum.
California Class C (or above) driver’s license required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Adobe, and a parks POS system or similar software desired.
Preferred certifications: Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG), California Naturalist, or equivalent.
Work Schedule 5/40 schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; weekend, holiday, and overtime required for special events and departmental needs.
Benefits
Uniforms provided (shirt and pants).
Competitive salary and full‑time benefits package.
Application Information Veteran’s Preference: Upload DD‑214 or spouse’s DD‑214 and disability letter. Veterans Preference Policy documents available at
https://rivcocob.org/board-policies .
Equal Opportunity Employer: County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non‑job‑related factors.
Contact Silvia Trammell –
strammell@rivco.org .
Equal Opportunity Statement The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics, or genetic information), or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non‑job‑related factors.
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