State Parks - Southwest Virginia Museum - Contact Ranger - Open Until Filled

About the role

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is looking for a self-motivated and organized individual to assist with front desk operations as well as various administrative functions, while providing great customer service to all guests.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service.
• Assist park visitors by providing directions and information regarding services provided by the park and other local attractions.
• Perform clerical duties such as answering telephones, using a computer, copying, and preparing correspondence.
• Operate a point-of-sale system and to reconcile a till.

Requirements

• Demonstrated previous experience in a secretarial/clerical field, customer service, and/or public relations environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to answer telephones, copy, and prepare correspondence.
• Must be able to use a computer.
• Must possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License.
• Must satisfactorily complete a criminal history background check (required for all Virginia State Parks positions).
• Must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form and participate in E-Verify.
• Work is limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30 (wage/seasonal position).
• Required to wear state‑issued uniform while on duty.

Skills

• Experience with a variety of computer-based business applications (such as Microsoft Office software) and a variety of office equipment.
• Experience in retail, sales, or a similar field is preferred.

Benefits

• Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service):
  • Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
  • Free Sunday–Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
  • 50% off cabins (up to three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights (two‑night minimum); bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts included; one‑night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.

Pay

Hourly Range: $12.85 to $13.50 per hour.

Schedule

Will work 2‑3 days per week most of the year, with 1‑2 days during the months of January and February. Must be available to work some weekends and holidays.