Educational Technician (Seasonal)

Summary You will serve as a Educational Technician (Seasonal) located within the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Southeast Region, Division of Interpretation and Visitor Services, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky. . This position is also open under the Field Local Unit Hiring Authority on announcement CAHQ-26-13067927-FUL-TS. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. Open to the first 100 applicants. The Department of the Interior protects and manages the Nation's natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; and honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island Communities. Click here to learn more about the Department of the Interior and its bureaus. The mission of the National Park Service (NPS) is to preserve the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. You can make a difference by bringing your unique experience, background, and perspective to our work. Click here to learn more about the National Park Service.Major Duties: The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Mammoth Cave National Park is Jan-Nov, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: Jan 2027 At the full performance level (GS-05) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Presents curriculum-based education programs for diverse, K-12 school groups. Programs include those associated within or outside the park's boundaries, as part overall education strategy, consistent with school academic standards and park interpretive themes. Uses appropriate educational methods and techniques, adapts programs as necessary for needs of the audience, and ensures participant safety. Assists in curriculum-based program development, including planning, researching, writing, and/or modifying activities, materials and interactive learning tools for use with school groups, based on audience characteristics and park themes and priorities. Trains and directs seasonal park staff, partner staff and volunteers to assist in preparation and presentation of educational programs and activities, engagement of students, and safety. Organizes, maintains, inventories, replenishes, and coordinates repair of equipment and materials used in presenting education programs.