PARK SPECIALIST II Date: Nov 8, 2024 Req ID: 44841 Location: Magnolia, AR, US, 71752 Category: DEPT OF PARKS AND TOURISM Anticipated Starting Salary: $14.00 per hour Maintenance Assistant (Part Time) advertised as Park Specialist II Req: 44841 Position #: 22091876 Salary: $14.00 per hour Grade: GS03 Location: Logoly State Park, Magnolia, AR Closing date: 11/23/2024 Job Duties: This position is responsible for maintaining roads, grounds, facilities and equipment in the park. Job duties include trash removal, mowing, weed eating, trail maintenance, and operating heavy equipment. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: Depending on the position, a valid Arkansas driver’s license is required. Some positions are required to undergo a criminal background check and/or a safe driving check. Some positions require completion of specialized training such as ServeSafe. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee. EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities encouraged to apply. Applications accepted online only: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov Please visit us on the web at https://adpht.arkansas.gov to find out more about us. Thank you for your interest in employment with the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state. Position Information Class Code: S101C Grade: GS03 FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00 Summary The Park Specialist II is an Extra Help position responsible for providing unskilled and semi-skilled labor and/or guest services in a state park. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Functions Performs duties such as patron assistance, lifeguarding, desk clerking, grounds and facility maintenance, guiding tours, cooking, food preparation, administrative assistance, office assistance, housekeeping, facility attendance and other types of general labor or public service. May perform grounds and building maintenance duties such as mowing, raking, planting, applying chemicals/pesticides, collecting and disposing of trash, maintenance of vehicles and equipment, and custodial duties. May assist skilled tradesmen in carpentry work, painting, welding, installing fixtures, or other unskilled or semi-skilled labor. May assist in facility management duties such as providing customer service, checking in campers, ringing sales on a cash register, renting boats or bicycles, taking food orders, giving tours, running errands or assisting skilled or professional staff as required. May provide administrative assistance by completing reports, preparing cash deposits, entering time and leave data, entering tip information, or taking inventory. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions text is too long Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of proper and safe use of hand tools, utensils, power tools, and equipment or machinery common to duty area. Knowledge of ServeSafe food handling methods required for some positions. Knowledge of basic math calculations. Ability to perform customer service tasks such as waiting tables and guest registration. Ability to perform manual labor and to operate and maintain the necessary tools and equipment. Ability to perform routine maintenance duties on buildings, grounds, and/or vehicles. Ability to operate a cash register and/or computer software programs for some positions. Ability to follow written or oral instructions, operating manuals, warning labels, etc.. Ability to communicate and interface appropriately with patrons. Ability to use basic math calculations. Minimum Qualifications Depending on the position, a valid Arkansas driver's license is required. Some positions are required to undergo a criminal background check and/or safe driving check. Some positions require completion of specialized training such as ServeSafe. Licenses The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Texarkana