Hammonasset Beach State Park - #241129-3492VR-006

State of Connecticut • Madison, CT

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About The Position

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature. Positions available include Ticket Booth Attendants, Interpretive Guides, Maintainers, Crew Leaders, Park Maintenance Supervisors, Campground Office Staff, Campground Supervisors, Park Rangers, and Park Ranger Supervisors, each with specific duties and seasonal requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Fluency in English is required for all positions.
• Possession of a valid driver's license may be required for certain positions.
• Completion of mandatory trainings in safety, diversity, discrimination, and harassment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in retail and/or customer service for Ticket Booth Attendant and Campground Office Staff.
• Experience in education or natural sciences for Interpretive Guide.
• Experience in custodial work, landscaping, or a related skilled trade for Maintainer and Crew Leader.
• Experience with maintenance of recreational facilities for Park Maintenance Supervisor.
• Experience in campground management for Campground Supervisor.
• Experience with outdoor recreation facility operations for Park Ranger.
• Extensive experience in outdoor recreation management for Park Ranger Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provides general ticket booth services including ringing up and accepting parking fees, selling season passes, greeting Park visitors, providing directions, checking in buses, and answering questions about the Park.
• Acts as primary visitor contact, conducting interpretive programs to increase public understanding and appreciation of natural resources.
• Performs maintenance and operation tasks on DEEP managed lands and facilities including litter pickup, cleaning, mowing, raking, and painting.
• Supervises and works with an assigned crew of Seasonal Maintainers in operation and maintenance activities.
• Assists in the maintenance of recreational facilities, trains and supervises Seasonal Maintainers, and operates machinery and power equipment.
• Provides general camp office support services including registering campers, checking in reservations, and collecting camping fees.
• Assists in managing campground operations, resolving complaints, and overseeing staff.
• Acts as primary visitor contact for park safety and enjoyment, assisting with operational and protective duties.
• Manages seasonal operations and programs, training and supervising Seasonal Park Rangers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support