Outdoor Recreation Specialist
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Outdoor Recreation Specialist

State of North Carolina

Location: Raleigh,NC, USA

Date: 2025-01-02T08:12:32Z

Job Description:

Recruitment Range: $17.00/hour - $23.00/hour

(This is a range. Selected candidate's salary will be determined within this range

based on qualifications, equity, and funding at the time of hire.)

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This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.

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Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporaries are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary's skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This position is located at:

12700 Bayleaf Church Rd.

Raleigh, NC 27614-9633

Primary Purpose of Position:

Looking to share your passion for outdoor adventure in NC State Parks? The Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for an excited applicant to encourage an appreciation of North Carolina's unique natural resources through paddling and hiking adventures. The primary focus is coordinating the Big Canoes Adventures. Big Canoe programs involve two 14-person canoes, gear, and a trailer.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Coordinate the schedule for the Big Canoes by working with state park staff.

* Maintain all equipment for the Big Canoes including boats, paddles, safety gear, truck, and trailer.

* Travel to parks throughout NC to coordinate and lead guided canoe programs.

* Instruct other state park staff on paddling techniques and safety.

* Teach about state parks during special events, school field trips, etc.

* Lead guided hikes, canoe trips, and paddleboard programs in state parks.

* Assist with developing lesson plans and teaching materials for educational programs and volunteer service projects.

Position/Physical Requirements:

* Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

* Most be able to work in the outdoors in hot weather conditions.

* Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license within 90 days of employment.

* Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of employment.

* Must be able to work a rotating schedule that involves working weekends, holidays and after regular work shifts.

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Qualified candidates must have or be able to:

* Demonstrated experience leading recreation or education programs for schools, youth groups and/or the general public.

* Demonstrated knowledge of public safety with respect to engaging people the outdoors, including knowledge of water safety, and/or sun safety.

* Demonstrated experience with customer service, which may include promptly responding to email, telephone calls, and/or coordinating schedules.

Management Prefers:

* Knowledge of natural sciences, ecology and the environment, methods used in the development of interpretive and educational programs and themes.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in Art History, Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

four years of museum or related work,

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.

Conservation: To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;

Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and

Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage.

To explore NC State Parks visit:

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR)takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else - parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Check out this amazing video about our Department.

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The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all member of our work community.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. See Resume or See Attachment will NOT be accepted.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application, to support your answers.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Parks & Recreation

Zachary Ford

121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

919-###-####

...@dncr.nc.gov

Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-###-####.

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