ATTP99-2024-00098-Seasonal Interpretive Rangers-Evansville, Moorcroft, Lander, Thermopolis
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ATTP99-2024-00098-Seasonal Interpretive Rangers-Evansville, Moorcroft, Lander, Thermopolis
Salary
$12.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Location
Statewide, WY
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2024-00098
Department
024-St. Parks & Historic Sites - Headquarters
Opening Date
01/19/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Wyoming State Parks is seeking seasonal interpretive rangers for the summer of 2024.
Interpretive rangers are our front-line staff who engage and enlighten visitors about a site's natural and cultural resources.
The employment season is from May 15th to September 15th with some flexibility either way, working 40 hours a week. The rate of pay is $12-16 per hour. Some seasonal positions may begin earlier in the year and extend longer into the fall. Please refer to the Essential Functions for more detailed information about job duties.
We are hiring for seasonal positions in the Absaroka District (NE), Big Horn District (NW), North Platte District (central/east), and Shoshone District (SW). All sites have optional housing provided (RV, dorm, etc.). These positions are stationed at one site but work on programs throughout the district. The proposed housing locations, though subject to change within the district, are:
Big Horn District: Stationed at Hot Springs State Park in Thermopolis
Absaroka District: Stationed at Keyhole State Park near Moorcroft
North Platte District: Stationed at Edness Kimball Wilkins in Casper
Shoshone District: Stationed at Sinks Canyon State Park in Lander
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Human Resource Contact: [email protected],307-777-7010
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Perform programs, guided hikes, hands-on activities, and other personal interpretations, both with other staff and by yourself.
Assist with special projects and events.
Assist in the creation of social media, outreach, and other non-personal content.
Responsible for administrating, restocking, and tracking program inventory and helping care for equipment and supplies.
Greet visitors and provide excellent customer service.
Answer visitor questions, and provide pertinent information about the site, including interpretation and orientation of facilities and local points of interest.
Assist with general administrative duties, reports, and data entry.
Perform opening and closing duties, as well as janitorial services and maintenance as needed.
May be required to assist with cleaning or feeding/watering live animal exhibits.
Work with colleagues from other agencies, community organizations, etc.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
For all seasonal positions, preference will be given to applicants who are professional while providing excellent customer service.
**Must have a valid driver's license.
**Must be at least 16 years of age.
KNOWLEDGE:
Detail-oriented, accurate, and thorough in completing assignments/tasks.
Good interpersonal skills allow the ability to interact with visitors from around the world.
Willingness to work on a variety of assignments every day.
Must possess excellent customer service skills.
Ability to manage and complete multiple projects with variable timelines and scopes of work.
Basic operational knowledge of light requirement use, as well as hand and power tools.
Basic safety awareness of equipment use.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs with or without assistance.
Will be required to work some weekends, evenings and holidays.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-exempt
Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practice
Supplemental Information
024-State Parks & Cultural Resources-Division of State Parks, Historic Sites, Trails,& Outdoor Recreation
Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Non Benefit Position