State Parks - Kiptopeke State Park - Housekeeping Ranger - Open Until Filled

Kiptopeke State Park is accepting applications for the Housekeeping Ranger position.

About the role

The primary focus of the Housekeeping Ranger includes proper and prompt cleaning of cabins, restrooms, campground bathhouses, and other park facilities.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of cabins and lodges with a heavy focus on cleaning campground bathhouses and day-use bathhouses.
• Perform light maintenance on cabin and lodge facilities as needed.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Keep chases and linen building organized and stocked.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and evening shifts.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time to perform manual labor safely.
• Handle issues arising in the use of the facility by visitors.

Requirements

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and the use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety practices related to the work site.
• Ability to work individually.
• Knowledge of the operation of manual and power cleaning equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to follow oral instructions.
• Able to perform a variety of cleaning tasks and to tolerate contact with a variety of cleaning products and solutions.

Qualifications

General knowledge of park operations and local attractions preferred.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $14.00

Schedule

Wage/seasonal positions are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30. Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and evening shifts.

Benefits

DCR wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits. However, after six months of service, wage staff are entitled to the following overnight facility discounts at Virginia State Parks:

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
• Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
• Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

Additional Considerations

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
• Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.