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Seasonal Natural Resources Associate - Six (6) Vacancies

Potomac-Garrett State Forest

Recruitment #17-002293-0001

Introduction

Seasonal Contractual

Six (6) Vacancies; Full-Time and Part-Time

Contract Period: March 8, 2017 - January 8, 2018

GRADE

9998

LOCATION OF POSITION

Potomac-Garrett State Forest - Oakland, MD (Garrett County) 

Main Purpose of Job

#1  Maintenance Worker: Driver/Operator  (1 Vacancy)

40 hours a week; Monday-Thursday beginning March 8, 2017; Base pay $11.56

 

Main Purpose of Job:  The Department of Natural Resources, (DNR) Forest Service/Western Region, is currently accepting application for a Maintenance Worker at Potomac-Garrett State Forest, Oakland (Garrett County) Maryland.  The selected candidate serves as crew chief and will lead lower level maintenance workers in maintenance of State Forest.  This position is responsible for maintenance of buildings, grounds, facilities and equipment of the State Forest.  The work entails independently performing moderately complex tasks in maintenance work.  This position is responsible for driving 26,001 lb GCWR rated trucks; operating heavy equipment for road and trail maintenance, routine construction work, campsite maintenance, rendering routine preventative maintenance, and making minor repairs or improvements to buildings, fixtures, mechanical equipment, grounds and roadways.  Other duties may include but are not limited to: operating both small and heavy equipment, planting trees, operating chainsaws, habitat improvement projects, wildland fire suppression, pesticide/herbicide applications, and boundary line maintenance.  The selected candidate may be required to work some weekends and/or holidays.

NOTE: must be able to lift 70 lbs and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.

   

#2 Maintenance Worker/Operator (2 Vacancies)

40 hours a week; Monday-Thursday beginning March 8, 2017; Pay $10.91/Hour

 

Main purpose of job:  This position is responsible for the general maintenance of buildings, grounds, facilities and equipment of the State Forest.  The work entails independently performing moderately complex tasks in maintenance work, including heavy equipment operations for road and trail maintenance, routine construction work, campsite maintenance, rendering routine preventative maintenance, and making minor repairs or improvements to buildings, fixtures, mechanical equipment, grounds and roadways. Other duties may include but are not limited to: operating both small and heavy equipment, planting trees, operating chainsaws, habitat improvement projects, wildland fire suppression, pesticide/herbicide applications, and boundary line maintenance.  The selected candidate may be required to work some weekends and/or holidays.

NOTE: must be able to lift 70 lbs and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.

 

#3  Maintenance Worker: Seasonal Campground Operations/Laborer  (1 Vacancy)

40 hours a week; Wednesday-Saturday beginning March 8, 2017; Pay  $10.08/hour    

 

Main purpose of job:  This position is responsible for all duties associated with campground operations including fee collection in four remote, primitive camping areas; cleaning and maintaining restrooms and campsites, documenting forest activities and general maintenance of State Forest facilities.  As first line of contact with State Forest visitors and campers, this position requires good communication skills and is expected to convey knowledge of forest rules and regulations, forest attractions and recreational opportunities including information about the surrounding areas of tourism and attractions.  Weekend work required for operational duties, with weekday duties being more general maintenance and labor.

NOTE: must be able to lift 70 lbs and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.  

 

#4  Maintenance Worker: Seasonal Campground Operations  (1 Vacancy)

16 hours a week; Friday & Saturday starting in May thru August; Pay $10.91/hour  

 

Main purpose of job:  This position is responsible for all duties associated with campground operations including fee collection in four remote, primitive camping areas; cleaning and maintaining restrooms and campsites, documenting forest activities and general maintenance of State Forest facilities.  As first line of contact with State Forest visitors and campers, this position requires good communication skills and is expected to convey knowledge of forest rules and regulations, forest attractions and recreational opportunities including information about the surrounding areas of tourism and attractions.  Weekend work required.

NOTE: must be able to lift 70 lbs and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.

 

#5  Maintenance Worker: Summer Laborer (2 Vacancies)

40 hours a week; Monday-Thursday starting in May or June; Pay $9.25/Hour

 

Main purpose of job:  This position is a general labor worker that requires the use of hand tools, as well as lawn and garden power equipment, performing general maintenance of State Forest facilities.  The selected candidate may be required to work some weekends and/or holidays. 

NOTE: must be able to lift 70 lbs and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: None.

Experience: None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Persons appointed to positions in this listing may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.  Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.  Driving records will be checked.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. and work in inclement weather and rugged terrain.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

This recruitment does not require any additional materials to be uploaded. Your qualifications will be assessed based on the information included on your submitted application. Please do not submit unsolicited documentation.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who works for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program (the Program), have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents.  As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources

Human Resources

580 Taylor Avenue, C-3

Annapolis, MD 21401

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Specific inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Charles Hecker at charles.hecker@maryland.gov

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.




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