Who we are:
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for a full-time Natural Resources Technician 1 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Tar Hollow State Park inRoss county. The address is 16396 Tar Hollow Road Laurelville, OH 43135. To learn more about Tar Hollow State Park please visit Tar Hollow State Park .
What you will do…
- Work outside in some of the most beautiful parks in Ohio
- Performing general labor & preventative maintenance of park’s facilities, grounds & equipment
- Assist with operations and customer service
- Enjoy the extensive benefits offered by the State of Ohio
What’s in it for you…
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
We are ready for you!
We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!
Official Position Description:
Performs a variety of unskilled general labor & preventative maintenance &/or repair functions of indoor/outdoor facilities, grounds &/or equipment &/or assists higher level staff with semi-skilled general labor & maintenance functions (e.g., cleans &/or maintains indoor/outdoor public facilities & grounds; performs routine landscape &/or maintenance of facilities, grounds, &/or equipment; applies chemicals under license of commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator; operates machine tools & equipment in the unskilled & semi-skilled equipment list; performs minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing repairs & maintenance; paints signs & buildings; performs minor unskilled mechanical maintenance & repairs on equipment & vehicles; monitors &/or observes facilities, grounds & equipment for safety &/or maintenance needs & takes appropriate action; performs unskilled conservation work (e.g., removes invasive plants; cares for animals; plants trees, shrubs, crops; digs trenches, assemble bird boxes); &/or assists higher level staff with semi-skilled functions; biological sampling & data collection; water treatment processing (pool, beach, or other bodies of water) &/or waste water treatment system(s) per procedures & guidelines &/or performs variety of support services associated with revenue generating operations (e.g., assists with campground check in/out, collects fees, performs point of sale transactions, stocks shelves in camp store) & transports staff, equipment & supplies throughout assigned work areas.
Performs general customer service & clerical support duties (e.g., answers phone, contacts vendors, delivers mail) ; completes appropriate documentation; processes reports; provides support for facilities & grounds (e.g., assists with special events; provides facility information & routine assistance to visitors; replenishes needed supplies & assists custodial workers when needed )
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemicals; may work in, on or near water; may work evenings, weekends &/or holidays; works outside & may be exposed to inclement weather; may be exposed to dangerous machinery, unpleasant odors, human & animal waste, outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy).
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Positions responsible for application of regulated chemicals must receive instruction from commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator in proper use of equipment & all pesticides with which employee is to work per Ohio Revised Code 921.01 (VV).
Qualifications
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary AND valid driver’s license.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.