The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.
The State Application is required and you must apply through the State of Montana Career site. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on March 23 2025.
Special Information:
Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement paid vacation sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).
A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.
Women and minorities are underrepresented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.
Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks through its employees and citizen commission and board provides for the stewardship of the fish wildlife parks and recreational resources of Montana while contributing to the quality of life for present and future generations. In support of this mission the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Division is responsible for: visitor use recreation management and maintenance at state parks fishing access sites and wildlife management areas; river recreation management; access for hunting fishing and other types of recreation on public and private lands; shooting range development; and administration of trail and shooting range grant programs. In conjunction with the rest of the agency and its external partners the Division provides valued services to the public and manages human use to ensure the longterm sustainability of Montanas scenic historic cultural archaeological and fish and wildlife resources.
The Recreation Technician is a frontline position that provides general operational support of a variety of recreational offerings at state parks fishing access sites wildlife management areas and along river corridors. This can include day use areas campgrounds water access and amenities historic sites trail programs park offices visitor centers and entrance gates among others.
Job Duties:
Duties include assisting campers with questions monitoring recreation sites by foot or vehicle advise visitors of rules and regulations. Report violations observed to superiors. Monitor visitor use impacts on historical and recreational resources and advise visitors of best practices. Light duty maintenance responsibilities including groundskeeping janitorial services and minor repairs. Interaction with campers and the public is a regular occurrence and customer service skills are beneficial. Provide emergency assistance or medical aid as appropriate with training.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Graduation from high school or equivalent education. One year of college or vocational training experience in park and recreation management interpretive visitor center or closely related setting is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required at time of application: General knowledge of basic customer service and safe work habits
Ability to: educate and inform visitors on compliance with rules and regulations and State laws; collect fees and make change; sell merchandise and account for monies collected; read maintain and prepare records and reports; and assist visitors in emergency situations. Daily interaction with site visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills.
Recreation Technician
