Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Seasonal Park Groundskeeper

Are you passionate about the outdoors? The Seasonal Maintenance position supports the upkeep and appearance of park grounds and facilities. In this role, you will enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and contributing to a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors. Your role could include working marina services and operations or around equine operations area. Because ND State Parks are open to visitors 24/7, you may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts. All applications will be reviewed and scored on a weekly basis until all positions are filled. Seasonal housing may be available! Duties and Tasks Key Duties & Responsibilities: •Perform routine maintenance of park facilities and grounds, including restrooms, picnic areas, shelters, campgrounds, trails, and common outdoor spaces •Mow lawns; trim, rake, weed, and clear vegetation; and maintain landscaped areas such as flower beds •Maintain park trails by clearing debris, trimming vegetation, and completing light repairs •Collect and properly dispose of trash and recyclables throughout the park to keep areas clean and presentable •Assist with minor repairs to buildings, fences, signs, and park equipment •Operate and maintain hand tools and groundskeeping equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and utility vehicles, following safety procedures •Set up and take down signage, barricades, and equipment for events or seasonal needs •Monitor park grounds for safety hazards and report issues to supervisors •Support other park staff during emergencies, special events, or high-traffic periods •Interact courteously and respectfully with park visitors and provide basic information when needed What You'll Gain: • Hands-on work experience promoting responsible park use • Opportunity to build teamwork, responsibility, and job skills • Experience working in a public-facing, outdoor environment Physical Requirements: •Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks Minimum Qualifications •Interest in outdoor work and willingness to perform physical tasks in varying weather conditions •Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team •Reliable, punctual, and responsible work habits •Valid driver's license is preferred •16+ years of age •Ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds •Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary. Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. How To Apply: Apply online via the North Dakota Job Seekers website. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. Your application must include: •Resume •Three professional references Need assistance with your application? Contact or 701-328-3290 for all technical issues. For reasonable accommodations or questions about recruitment/selection, contact La Tonya Stocks, PHR at or 701-328-7807. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888. Please note: •Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. North Dakota Parks and Recreation do not provide sponsorship of any kind. •A background check and criminal investigation are required for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

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