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Seasonal Contractual Maintenance Worker

2 part-time vacancies - Elk Neck State Forest

Recruitment #18-002293-0054

Introduction

Seasonal Contractual  

Two (2) Vacancies; Part-Time  

Contract Period: January 2019 – October 2019 (contract dates based upon availability)

LOCATION OF POSITION

Elk Neck State Forest, North East, MD (Cecil County)

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Forest Service/Central Region is currently accepting applications for two (2) Seasonal Contractual Maintenance Worker positions located at Elk Neck State Forest, Cecil County, Maryland. The selected candidates will be responsible for all duties associated with the day to day operations of Elk Neck State Forest's facilities within the forest.

Job duties will include maintenance of over 25 miles of driving and hiking trails, cleaning and maintaining restrooms, maintaining driving roads, overseeing shooting range activities and documenting forest activity and general maintenance of the area. Candidates in these positions will assist with wildland fire suppression as needed. These candidates will be the first line of contact with State Forest visitors and will need to have good communication skills, as well as knowledge of the forest rules and regulations. Good customer service skills are a key component of these positions. Weekend, holidays and evening hours are required for these positions. Candidates must be able to work independently in a remote area of Elk Neck State Forest. Selected candidates will also perform other duties as necessary to facilitate the operations of Elk Neck State Forest.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. 

Experience: One year of experience in general construction work (i.e. operating chainsaws, operating agricultural equipment such as tractors, mowers and skid steer loaders) and performing manual labor with hand tools. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are strongly preferred:

  • First Aid Certification, CPR Certification, AED Certification
  • Possession of a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • Experience operating a licensed vehicle pulling a trailer
  • Completion of Basic Wildland Fire Training: S-130 and S-190 (required for fire suppression activities as needed when working in remote areas of the forest)

** To receive credit, please list appropriate coursework under "Specialized Training or Classes Relevant to the Job" section of application. **   

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Persons appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education related to this position. Verifiable volunteer experience will be considered; please include it on your application, if applicable. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program (the Program), have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a temporary/contractual employee who works an average of at least 12 hours per week. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources
Human Resources
580 Taylor Avenue, C-3
Annapolis, MD 21401

Specific inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to: Crystal Wilson, e-mail: crystal.wilson1@maryland.gov

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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