Seasonal Natural Resources Worker - Lincoln State Park

The State of Indiana•Lincoln, NE

15d•$12•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About Lincoln State Park: The 1,747-acre park was established in 1932 as a memorial to Lincoln's mother, Nancy Hanks, and commemorates the boyhood home of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. The park has an interpretive center to help visitors experience the life of early settlers in southern Indiana. The Little Pigeon Creek Baptist Church and cemetery are also located on the property. Lincoln's sister, Sarah, is buried there. The park offers 10 miles of hiking trails, two scenic lakes, campgrounds, cabins, and group cottages. You can also tour the Colonel Jones Home, the historic home of the merchant and Civil War officer who employed young Lincoln. Salary Statement : The hourly wage for seasonal positions varies, starting at $12.25/hour. A Day in the Life: The Seasonal Natural Resources Workers provide customer service and education to visitors about park features while maintaining the property's natural resources. Seasonal Natural Resources Worker positions and their essential functions are as follows: I nterpretive Specialists: Educate the public on property-specific nature, history, culture, and park services through memorable experiences. Naturalist Aides : Assists with education of the nature center programming, local/common flora and fauna, and local/common animal species. This position may also assist in the care of animals (feeding, watering, and bedding changes) and the general maintenance of the nature center. Village Workers (Spring Mill State Park Only): Assists with education of period-appropriate trades, techniques, and crafts while presenting cultural history. Trades include woodworking, leatherwork, broom-making, blacksmith, weaving, and milling. Cave Tour Guides (O’Bannon Woods State Park Only) : Educate the general public on the natural history of caves. Tour Guides assist with scheduling reservations and collecting tour fees. Further, research may be required on the identification and care of relevant flora and fauna. Tour Guides are expected to maintain boats, equipment, and the registration shed. Resource Management Techs : Assists with the control of invasive plant species natural area restoration trail maintenance, brush and tree removal, signage, timber marking, and/or timber stand improvement based on the property. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties,s or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or one (1) year of work experience
May be expected to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
May be required to wear a DNR-provided uniform
May be required to travel to different properties
May experience working in potentially inclement weather
May experience working with DOC work release crews
May be required to have a valid driver’s license.
May perform duties in a variety of different environments, including an office environment, field environment, rugged terrain, and various adverse weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.).
May work around potentially dangerous heavy equipment (e.g. tractors, disks, mowers, planters, etc.).
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service
Provide education to visitors about park features
Maintaining the property's natural resources
Educate the public on property-specific nature, history, culture, and park services through memorable experiences.
Assists with education of the nature center programming, local/common flora and fauna, and local/common animal species.
Assist in the care of animals (feeding, watering, and bedding changes) and the general maintenance of the nature center.
Assists with education of period-appropriate trades, techniques, and crafts while presenting cultural history.
Educate the general public on the natural history of caves.
Assist with scheduling reservations and collecting tour fees.
Research may be required on the identification and care of relevant flora and fauna.
Maintain boats, equipment, and the registration shed.
Assist with the control of invasive plant species natural area restoration trail maintenance, brush and tree removal, signage, timber marking, and/or timber stand improvement based on the property.