Parks & Trails Associate - Central Region

About the role

The DNR Division of Parks and Trails seeks multiple Parks and Trails Associates to support park and trail operations across the Central region of Minnesota. The typical season runs from April through October, with flexible work schedules including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Register campers, sell merchandise, provide information to the public, and clean buildings, fixtures, and bathroom facilities.
• Sell park vehicle permits, merchandise items and consumables, register campers, rent buildings, and collect fees.
• Act as a representative of the DNR, Division of Parks and Trails, providing information to the public and keeping supervisors informed.
• Clean buildings, grounds, and facilities as directed.
• Organize reservations, assist in compiling weekly income reports, and provide miscellaneous clerical support.
• Perform security duties to protect parks and trails from unsafe conditions, illegal acts, or other dangerous situations.

Requirements

• Ability to manage work tasks effectively and work independently with limited supervision.
• Teamwork skills sufficient to help colleagues complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to handle uncertain situations related to customer service.
• Experience or training in software such as Microsoft Office, retail sales, and database management.
• First Aid and CPR training or certification.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate point of sale systems and computers to accurately count and collect fees.
• Customer service skills sufficient to interpret and explain program information to customers, clients, and coworkers.
• Math skills sufficient to make change, apply simple formulas, calculate account balances and amounts owed.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and environments.
• Physical stamina and strength to perform outdoor tasks.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.

Pay

$20.51 - $26.16 / hourly

Schedule

Varies