Grounds Keeper

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in grounds maintenance (landscaping, trail upkeep, or similar work). Willingness to learn basic repair skills and operate tools and equipment. Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Valid driver's license to get around the park. Must be at least 16 years old. Locations: Beaver Lake State Park - Wishek, Cross Ranch - Center, Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park - Mandan, Fort Ransom State Park - Fort Ransom, Fort Stevenson State Park - Garrison, Icelandic State Park - Cavalier, Grahams Island State Park - Devils Lake, Lewis, and Clark State Park - Epping, Lake Metigoshe State Park - Bottineau, Lake Sakakawea State Park - Pick City, Little Missouri - Killdeer, Pembina Gorge - Walhalla, Sully Creek - Medora, Turtle River State Park - Arvilla

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

All applications for open North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department positions must be made online through the state of North Dakota's Job Seekers website. Paper submissions will no longer be accepted. Application information package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Parks & Recreation Department regrets it does not provide Sponsorships.Application must clearly explain the experience in previous employment positions held if applicable.Additional documents to be submitted:Resume;Three (3) references.Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290.Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process and a possible background and criminal investigation so it is very important to be thorough and detailed on all the application sections.Applicants should contact Lynn Spomer at 701-328-5356 or lspomer@nd.gov in advance of the position closing date if the applicant is requiring accommodations during the application, recruitment, or selection processes.TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.Learn more about Parks & Recreation Department at: http://www.parkrec.nd.govLearn more about Employment Benefits at: https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers/team-nd-benefitsVisit North Dakota State government: http://www.nd.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.