Administrative Support - Delaware State Parks

The Division of Parks and Recreation oversees more than 26,000 acres in 17 state parks, the Brandywine Zoo and Baynard Stadium. The Division manages 10 nature preserves and 12 other sites outside of the parks. And it monitors over 100 conservation easements protecting more than 4,000 acres. The division protects cultural and historic resources. And it provides a wide variety of recreational facilities for Delawareans and visitors.

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This seasonal position is responsible for daily administrative support for the Operations, Management & Programming Section of Delaware State Parks. This includes utilizing word processing, spreadsheet and database computer applications, routing incoming phone calls and inquiries, document tracking, and all Administrative Support functions including, but not limited to: filing, archiving, document creation/updates, data entry, mailing, creating and organizing meetings, telephone support, constituent and legislative contact, taking minutes, and providing required support to Delaware State Parks throughout the State.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Provides telephone support.
• Includes filing, document creations, updates data entry, tracking paperwork.
• Constituent and Legislative Contact.
• Taking Meeting Minutes.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Park Administrative Support

1. Six months customer service experience.
2. Six months experience in cash handling, writing receipts.
3. Six months experience in using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
4. Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before (11/13/23) upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check. A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.