Seasonal Sinks Canyon State Park

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in an amazing location, interact with people, and be a part of a great team that is passionate about the outdoors? If so, join Wyoming State Parks for a summer of adventure and teamwork in beautiful Sink Canyon State Park! Sinks Canyon is located just outside of Lander, WY, and is home to unique geological features, abundant wildlife, and world-class rock climbing.

The park is currently seeking enthusiastic seasonal staff to fill summer positions, which typically run from mid-May through mid-September, with hours varying per week. Limited housing may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Re-create yourself with an inspiring career in Wyoming's outdoors! Explore the many possibilities with Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, and Outdoor Recreation. Watch our recruitment video here (note: video link not included in this formatted version).

Human Resources Contact: , stacy.sprengeler

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Park Aide:

• Provide excellent internal and external customer service to staff and park guests
• Work independently and as a team to conduct daily operations
• May be required to assist with the feeding and care of live exhibit animals, including reptiles and small mammals
• May be required to assist at the Visitor Center, answering questions and operating the computer/register for reservations and sales
• Greet guests, answer visitor questions, and provide pertinent information about the site and the surrounding area
• Engage with visitors through interpretive techniques to provide education and site orientation
• Handle monetary transactions for gift shop sales
• Handle monetary transactions for campground reservations
• Operate a computer and tablet for reservations and gift shop sales
• Reconcile the cash register after each shift
• Maintain a visually pleasing gift shop area, restock the gift shop shelves, and track inventory
• Answer a multi-line telephone system. Transfer calls to appropriate personnel
• Assist with general administrative duties, reports, and data entry
• Perform opening and closing duties, as well as cleaning and maintenance, as needed
• Develop and present interpretive programs, guided hikes, and hands-on activities to guests of all ages
• Assist with the development of non-personal interpretive content, including social media and interpretive graphics
• Assist with the development and implementation of special events
• Provide janitorial services in the visitor center and campgrounds
• Perform routine building, grounds, and landscape maintenance
• Perform minor carpentry repairs and painting
• Assist staff in construction, installation, maintenance, and renovation projects
• Operate and/or drive a variety of vehicles, including light and heavy equipment
• Operate various maintenance equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, and other equipment required for daily operations
• Utilize various hand and power tools
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment and follow handling and safety procedures related to cleaning chemicals and fuel products that are encountered in daily operations

PREFERENCES:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age

KNOWLEDGE:

• Excellent communication skills for working with staff and visitors from around the world
• Excellent customer service skills with staff and visitors
• Ability to be flexible with work assignments and assigned duties
• Willingness to work on a variety of different tasks every day
• Ability to perform routine and potentially mundane tasks
• Experience in money handling and retail sales
• Experience in basic construction
• Experience in the use of basic power and hand tools

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

PHYSICAL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, with or without assistance.

NOTES:

• FLSA:
  Non-exempt
• Limited housing may be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• 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 or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.

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.