Park Technician - Operational - Sumner Lake State Park (EMNRD #5545)

$17.63 - $26.45 Hourly

$36,675 - $55,013 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 45

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

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?

This position is assigned to Sumner Lake State Park. This position is primarily responsible for overseeing the maintenance of all of facilities and the water system 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 operational and safe at all times. This position will also assist with general maintenance of boating facilities and operate and maintain vehicles and equipment. This position will perform administrative duties necessary for this position, as well as those required to meet the needs of the park, including obtaining quotes and completing 3-bid sheets for supplies or services as well as collection and verification of revenues due to the state.

How does it get done?

Maintaining park facilities and equipment up to Division standards with available 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, 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 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

Waterfront, campground, and boating experience desired. Customer service experience and public contact preferred. Maintenance experience; general building and facilities, landscaping, and equipment operation knowledge preferred.

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or Equivalent and six (6) months of experience in parks, monuments, museums, interpretive/educational ranger, field archaeologist and/or ruins preservationist at a historic site. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND # of months or years of experience specified in the minimum qualification 2 Associate's Degree AND Zero years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

- NM Driver's License
- Defensive driving certification within six months from the of date of hire

Working Conditions

The position is labor intensive to include: digging, bending, pushing, pulling, 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. 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: Jacob Terrell. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.