Seasonal Bear River State Park

Overview

Bear River State Park is one of 27 impressive state parks and historic sites in Wyoming. Located in Southwest Wyoming along the I-80 corridor near Evanston, Bear River State Park offers recreational, educational, and natural resource opportunities. The park features a small captive herd of North American Bison and three Rocky Mountain Elk bulls, a Visitor Center with visitor information, taxidermy displays, herpetology exhibits, and a small gift/souvenir shop.

The site comprises 324 acres with 8-10 miles of paved and dirt trails for hiking and biking, picnic shelters, wildlife viewing, river access for fishing or floating, educational programs and events, and more. There are dump stations for RVs and public restrooms at the Visitor Center, with future potential for camping opportunities.

Employment Details

The primary employment season runs from April through the end of September. Positions may extend longer into the fall depending on demand. On April 1, 2026, one part-time (24 hours per week) Visitor Services/Interpretation Associate will be hired. On June 16, 2026, this will become a 40-hour-per-week position for the remainder of the season. Weekend work is required. On June 16, 2026, one part-time Maintenance Tech will be hired for the remainder of the season.

Weekend work is required. On June 16, 2026, one 40-hour-per-week Maintenance/Visitor Services Associate will be hired for the remainder of the season. Weekend work is required.

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Essential Functions

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

Seasonal Maintenance

• Perform routine building, grounds, and landscape maintenance, including fixture repairs or replacement, sprinkler system troubleshooting and repairs, minor plumbing repairs, some carpentry repairs, painting, mowing, weed trimming, etc.
• Assist staff in the construction, installation, maintenance, and renovation of grounds and buildings. Also, assist in preventive maintenance duties.
• Clean and service restrooms, shelters, and buildings, and remove litter from grounds, parking lots, and other areas within the park.
• Ability to perform basic equipment repair.
• Operate and/or drive a variety of vehicles and 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.
• Follow proper handling and safety procedures when using cleaning chemicals, fuel products, and equipment encountered in daily operations, including proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service to all visitors.
• Periodically assist with interpretive and educational programs or events at Bear River State Park and occasionally at other state parks and historic sites within the district.
• Occasionally assist with visitor services at the Visitor Center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Seasonal Visitor Services

• Ensure visitor needs are professionally met by providing information on Wyoming's cultural and natural resources, history, recreational opportunities, and local, regional, and statewide travel services through excellent customer service.
• Keep the Visitor Center stocked with brochures and other information to meet visitors' needs.
• Maintain, clean, inspect, and repair the Visitor Center and grounds, including cleaning, sanitizing, mowing, weed trimming, pulling weeds, cleaning taxidermy, etc.
• Relay supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to maintain the Visitor Center and grounds to the Superintendent.
• Assist with ordering, tracking, and taking inventory of all retail items and brochures.
• Assist with educational and interpretive programs and tours.
• Occasionally, help with park maintenance when needed.
• Help other state parks and historic sites in the district during events.
• Assist with cleaning or feeding/watering live animal exhibits, including snakes and other reptile terrariums.
• Assist with the elk and bison program, including fixing fences, maintaining pastures, feeding in winter months, and shipping bison calves.
• Assist with interpretive programming and tours for all age groups.

Qualifications

Preferences/Agency Requirements

For all seasonal positions, preference will be given to professional applicants with excellent customer service skills. Must have a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge

• Detail-oriented, accurate, and thorough in completing assignments/tasks.
• Good interpersonal skills for interacting with visitors from around the world. Willingness to work on various assignments daily.
• Experience/ability to operate a Square account and cash register for merchandise, reservations, and…