Job Details
Description:
THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.
A State Application and a Cover Letter are required for a complete application. Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on April 23, 2024. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.
Special Information:
Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary.Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays.This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).
A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.
This position will be based in Placid Lake State Park on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, Salmon Lake State Park on Wednesday, and Thursday. Other workdays will arise as needed, these additional workdays might include special events, select weekends, holidays, or coverage during a coworker's absence. Typically, 8 hours per day, Sunday-Thursday, for a 40-hour work week. This position will occasionally require travel and participation in meetings and trainings that are critical for success in duties and responsibilities.
Incumbent must be able to work outdoors on uneven mountain forest terrain under adverse weather conditions and irregular hours. At times, this work will be accomplished without immediate supervision. The incumbent must be in good overall physical condition, enough to withstand the rigors and demands of the necessary work. The incumbent must be a team player who is willing to be flexible and responsive to minor scheduling changes that are necessary for the whole team to be successful in meeting demands of the park visitors.
The positions will begin in early May and will continue through September to best ensure that the park has adequate staffing on-site from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
This position will be based near one of Montana's most wonderfully scenic mountain communities, Seeley Lake! With small town charm and a close-knit community that is neatly nestled in a pristine mountain valley where outdoor recreational opportunities abound.
Job Duties:
This position is a frontline position that provides general operational support both recreational and maintenance offerings. The duties of this position will vary dependent upon conditions but will generally be required to perform basic maintenance and janitorial duties on park grounds and facilities, collect fees, operate ORMS (Online Reservation Management System), assist in park grounds upkeep and maintenance, clean latrines, clean and perform basic maintenance of comfort station/ shower facility, clean and maintain all individual campsites, assist in other routine park responsibilities as needed. General public interface will be constant and demanding, incumbent needs to be socially prepared with good communication skills.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Physical demands include frequent exertion, often for extended periods, including lifting, carrying, digging and pounding. This position frequently requires field work under adverse weather and environmental conditions that may include:
- Temperature extremes, snow and rain, dust and mosquito infested areas.
- On or near wastewater and sewage disposal systems with potential for contact with disease, virus and bacteria.
- Areas frequented by rodents with the potential for contact with disease such as Hantavirus.
- Hazardous chemicals, including various pesticides, solvents, paints and fuels.
- Working weekends and some holidays and occasional time away during evenings, overnight or away from permanent workstation.
QualificationsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Incumbent should have the knowledge and skills to work with various types of hand tools and equipment.
Must have the interest and ability to work with the general public.
Ability to safely follow all traffic and state laws and ability to tow trailer with proper towing and safety protocols.
Participates in and if qualified, provides training in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Should have a good grasp of the general information about each FWP site and surrounding area that the incumbent will be responsible for and the ability to communicate this to the public.
Must be able to carry out assigned tasks with little supervision.
Must behave ethically and appropriately when serving visitors.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through a high school diploma or equivalency. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-casebasis.