Student Worker Custodial/Maint

Working Title: Student Worker Custodial/Maint

Job Class: Student Worker Custodial/Maintenance

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

This position was previously announced on 02/06/2024-02/26/2024 and 04/04/2024-04/10/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/30/2024

• Closing Date : 07/08/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : DNR Parks and Trails

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $13.36 - $16.32 / hourly

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area : (Required for AFSCME)

• End Date : 08/18/2024

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

We are currently seeking an entry level student custodial/maintenance work position at Buffalo River State Park in Glyndon, MN. This position is 36 hours per week, and the days of work will vary from May through mid-August. This position will perform the tasks necessary to maintain buildings, grounds, facilities, and resources for the protection of park resources and the enjoyment of park visitors to Buffalo River State Park.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform grounds maintenance so park visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience. Ensure that natural resources are protected and preserved in a safe and sanitary condition at all times.

• Perform building maintenance so that the buildings are safe, clean, and attractive for park visitors. These buildings include the contact station, shop building, toilet and shower buildings, picnic shelter, pool building, and vault toilets.

• Act as a public information distribution point to park visitors and others so that they are informed and are knowledgeable of the park area specifically and the Dept. of Natural Resources, its goals and policies, and the Fargo/Moorhead area in general.

• Implement as directed resource management tasks so that the park's natural communities and cultural resources are protected, restored, or rehabilitated consistent with statewide and regional objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker you must be a student enrolled in an educational program or planning to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as student workers, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. As a student you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.

Knowledge of:

• Cleaning methods sufficient to meet health standards.

• Tools and equipment sufficient to perform custodial/maintenance and/or grounds keeping work.

Skill in:

• Use and operation of small hand tools and small power tools sufficient to safely operate tools and equipment.

• Verbal communications and human relations sufficient to deal effectively with supervisory staff, co-workers, and the public.

Ability to:

• Maintain and repair hand and power tools sufficient to ensure their availability and safe operation for projects.

• Understand and follow simple instructions both oral and written sufficient to complete assignments correctly.

Follow established safe work practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in CPR and First Aid.

• Experience running lawn mowers and other lawn care equipment.

• Experience in the use and operation of small hand and power tools.

Additional Requirements

• This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.