Salary $15-$18 per hour

Jobs available at 13 State Parks across North Dakota

Full and Part-time hours available

Flexible Hours - 15 to 40 per week.

Join our team of workers with the North Dakota State Parks and Recreation Department and experience working where thousands of park visitors from different states, regions, and countries vacation. We strive to help our visitors achieve an appreciation and awareness for North Dakota’s natural beauty, vibrant culture, timeless history and exciting recreational opportunities.

The North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department is currently looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about the outdoors, so don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this legendary team.

Summary of Work

• Perform general labor and grounds keeping, assist in trail upkeep, operating maintenance equipment, etc.

• Plant, fertilize, spray, water, prune, seed, propagate, and cultivate grasses, flowers, bushes, trees, and other plants and shrubbery.

• Cleaning and maintenance of park equipment such as mowers, power tools, and vehicles.

• Cleans fire rings, removes trash and general cleaning of facilities

• Working with the park team your duties help ensure the park and facilities showcase the beauty of the North Dakota landscape, maintain the integrity of the building and grounds, and may include working in a marina or around horses. You may be required to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have related work experience in general maintenance, including tasks such as janitorial, painting, landscaping, grounds keeping, etc.
• Ability to use general maintenance equipment such as ladders, hand tools, etc.
• Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions/temperatures for extended periods and work effectively during daylight and evening hours.
• Ability to move 50 to 100 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate and use power tools and equipment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with the ability to operate motor vehicles to include cars, pickups, and grounds maintenance equipment.

Application Procedures

All applications for open North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department positions must be made online through the state of North Dakota’s Job Seekers website. Paper submissions will no longer be accepted. Application information package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Parks & Recreation Department regrets it does not provide Sponsorships.

Application must clearly explain the experience in previous employment positions held if applicable.

Additional documents to be submitted:

• Three (3) references.

Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290.

Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process and a possible background and criminal investigation so it is very important to be thorough and detailed on all the application sections.

Applicants should contact Lynn Spomer at 701-328-5356 or lspomer@nd.gov in advance of the position closing date if the applicant is requiring accommodations during the application, recruitment, or selection processes.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Learn more about Parks & Recreation Department at: http://www.parkrec.nd.gov

Learn more about Employment Benefits at: https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers/team-nd-benefits

Visit North Dakota State government: http://www.nd.gov