Parks Administrative Clerk

THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.

Please remember to attach the required documents Resume listed in this announcement. Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on March 24, 2024. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.

Special Information:

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

This position is located at the beautiful Tongue River Reservoir State Park in Decker, Montana, about 25 miles north of historic Sheridan, Wyoming. This remote park has several large campgrounds serving southeast Montana and is well known for its fishing and boating opportunities. A marina store is also on site to serve visitors. This position would also serve Rosebud Battlefield State Park, a minimally developed National Historic Landmark commemorating the Battle of the Rosebud (Where the Girl Saved her Brother) during the Sioux Wars of the late 1800 s. Located 12 miles north of the reservoir, it is a great place for hiking and reflecting on Americas history.

Part of the duties include interacting with campers/visitors, learning and using the POS reservation system, collecting fees at various locations, cash handling, daily updating of hang tags at each campsite, and other office duties. It may also be needed to assist other staff in minor maintenance projects and park cleanup, including handling heavy garbage bags. The clerk may be asked to assist with AIS boat inspections. Training is available.

The position is seasonal, running from about Mid-May to early-September each year. The parks are busiest on the weekends and holidays, so working these days along with extra hours is expected.

State housing is provided during the season and consist of three-bedroom modular homes with shared living areas such as laundry, kitchen, bathrooms and living rooms or a recreational trailer.

Job Duties:

Primary duties are providing customer service to campers/visitors, using the POS reservation system, answering the phone, collecting fees at various locations, cash handling, daily updating of hang tags at each campsite, and bank deposits. Assist Park Manager is all office related or administrative needs such as filing, processing paperwork, and working with volunteers. Other duties may include minor maintenance, office cleanup and assisting other staff. The clerk may be asked to assist with AIS boat inspections. Training is available.

Montana Fish, Wildlife &amp Parks Core Competencies

Teamwork

This competency describes a persons ability to work with others, collectively pursuing a common goal regardless of personal preferences. It is the ability to cooperate with all team members, valuing each ones insight and skills. Demonstration of this competency is seen in the following:

• Works effectively with individuals and groups pursues universal solutions.

• Collaborates with others to understand and meet the publics needs.

• Shares workload with other team members goes the extra step to insure successful completion of work unit goals.

• Constructively resolves disagreements by negotiating mutual, acceptable solutions.

• Accepts and provides constructive feedback in working relationships.

Public Service

This competency delineates a persons willingness to serve the public, to acknowledge that the citizens of Montana are our customers in addition to protecting the States resources. This encompasses a persons attitude towards the public and the way that they treat the public in their daily professional life. Demonstration of this competency is seen in the following:

• Demonstrates commitment to serving the public interest.

• Recognizes the publics concerns as meaningful and valuable.

• Responds positively and constructively to issues voiced by the public.

• Makes decisions that benefit the public even if the decision is unpopular.

• Puts the publics needs ahead of personal interests.

People Skills

This competency illuminates a persons ability to get along with others in a productive and positive manner. It encompasses a persons ability to demonstrate awareness for others feelings and concerns, and their capability of building stable, helpful work relationships. Demonstration of this competency is seen in the following:

• Maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, the public, and other agencies.

• Gains cooperation from others when appropriate.

• Demonstrates trustworthiness in professional relationships.

• Treats people with respect, courtesy, and fairness.

• Maintains focus, emotional control and maturity in work-related situation

Continual Improvement

This competency describes a persons willingness to actively pursue opportunities for betterment in their professional knowledge and experience. It gets at their desire to see change and growth not only in themselves, but in the work processes they contribute to. Demonstration of this competency is seen in the following:

• Identifies current opportunities for development and acts to take advantage of them.

• Shows interest in ones professional development and capitalizes upon opportunities.

• Takes initiative to continuously improve professional knowledge and skills.

• Recognizes inefficient/ineffective processes and offers/promotes alternative solutions.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education. One year of college or vocational training experience in park and recreation management, interpretive visitor center, or closely related setting is preferred OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required at time of application: General knowledge of basic customer service and safe work habits.