Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Application or resume must include the dates of employment (month and year) for each job and have details regarding your knowledge, skills and responsibilities. Positions for less than 40 hours per week must be clearly indicated as part-time and number of hours per week.
Outdoor recreation is a driving force in New Mexico's economy and State Parks is a key player. Connected to communities statewide, our 35 state parks are often economic drivers for local businesses, towns, and cities. Many rural communities rely on a state park as a major source of economic development.
The State Parks mission is to protect and enhance natural and cultural resources, provide first-class recreational and education facilities and opportunities, and promote public safety to benefit and enrich the lives of visitors.
State Parks is committed to this mission, employing professional, dedicated staff to ensure that parks are cared for and preserved to the highest professional standards. State Park programs provide safe, fun, and educational experiences for the whole family.
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of this position, this position is assigned to Bottomless Lakes State Park, which is located in the southeast region of New Mexico State Parks. This position is primarily responsible for overseeing the maintenance of all of facilities and water systems at the park, for the safety and convenience of park visitors. Under supervision, this position is dedicated towards ensuring all buildings, structures, plumbing, HVAC, and equipment are operating and safe at all times. This position will also assist with general maintenance of facilities operate and maintain vehicles, heavy equipment and small equipment. This position will perform administrative duties necessary for this position, as well as those required to meet the needs of the park, including collection and verification of revenues due to the state.
How does it get done?
The individual must be proficient in maintaining park facilities and equipment up to Division standards with limited financial and staff resources. This requires the ability to recognize items that need attention, prioritize these needs, and allocate the available resources needed, while conserving these resources for the other items that need attention. The incumbent in this position must have knowledge and experience in general construction, plumbing, automotive repair/maintenance, facilities and equipment maintenance, time management, staff management, good communication skills and the ability to multi-task. The incumbent in this position requires the ability to communicate with the general public in order to gain public compliance with state park rules/regulations and policies for the safety and enjoyment of others, as well as the preservation of the park's natural and cultural resources.
Who are the customers?
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park.
Ideal Candidate
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park.
Minimum Qualification
High school diploma or equivalent.
Employment Requirements
- Moderate to extensive travel in region/statewide area.
- Weekend and holiday work required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
- Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
The position is labor intensive to include: digging, bending, pushing, pulling, walking and lifting, as well as standing for long periods of time. The position requires the use of various hand and power tools, as well as operating vehicles and heavy equipment while maintaining a safe work environment . One may be required to work in adverse weather conditions, extreme cold and heat for extended periods of time. Shift work may be required on holidays or during park events. Emergency maintenance situations may also arise requiring extended hours of work. Sitting at a desk or computer workstation is also required. Must be willing to accept assignment/transfer to another geographic location. Extensive travel in region wide area. Weekend/holiday work required.
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Agency Contact Information: Jonathan McGary,
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For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
