Galveston Island State Park-Texas Parks and Wildlife Seeks Two Seasonal Clerks

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the general supervision of the Office Manager, a SEASONAL CLERK performs entry-level to routine (journey-level) clerical work including customer service, revenue collection, license and permit sales and automated campsite registration for a State Park.  Provides information to the public.  Accounts for daily revenue and ancillary product sales.  Prepares reports, processes correspondence and performs general cleaning of Headquarters.  Operates credit card machine, campsite registration computer and license sales machine.  Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE:  Temporary position contingent upon funding with fluctuating full-time/part-time hours based on operational needs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Completion of 8th grade.

Experience:

No experience required.

Licensure:  

If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of general office procedures;

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures;

Knowledge of basic mathematics;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;

Skill in establishing interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to work with diverse constituencies and populations;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDTIONS:

Must be at least 16 years of age;

Position contingent upon funding.

Required to work 10 to 40 hours per week with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;

Hours may be reduced or extended as needed through primary peak season from March to September;

Required to adjust to changing schedules;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

This position will fluctuate between part-time and full-time status throughout the term of employment.  Changing from part-time to full-time and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued and  health insurance rates;

May be required to travel 5%;

May be required to operate a State vehicle;

Must conform to agency work rules, safety program and dress and grooming standards;

Non smoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles

TO APPLY:  Application must be completed here.

HIRING CONTACT: Reba Flores, (409) 727-1222
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:   Galveston Island State Park, 14901 Termini-San Luis Pass Road, Galveston, TX 74554

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