SUMMER STUDENT WORKER (Unpaid)
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Job Location:
Worcester, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites eligible candidates to apply for a volunteer/unpaid internship with the Maryland Park Service at Assateague State Park. This opportunity will provide hands-on experience in the Wildlife Management and Park Operations field.
GRADE
9998
LOCATION OF POSITION
Assateague State Park 7307 Stephen Decatur Highway Berlin MD 21811 (Worcester County)
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to assist staff in monitoring and managing the islands wild horses educating the public on safety around wildlife and assisting the park with minimal park operations related to horse management.
The internship runs for about 8 weeks from late June through late August. The specific start/end dates hours and schedule will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must be a high school graduate with interest in natural resource and/or wildlife management. Current college students studying any related field are preferred. A GPA of 2.5 or above is required for academic credit. Valid drivers license with five points or fewer on your driving record is required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in wildlife management
- Knowledge of the park and wildlife present
- Comfortable driving an ATV-style vehicle
- Comfortable communicating rules to visitors
- Flexible schedule
- Ability to work outside in various weather conditions on your feet for long periods of time
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle UTV or golf cart. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland and five points or fewer on their current driving record. Please note a provisional drivers license will not be accepted as the restrictions may interfere with the job requirements.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment and submit all additional documentation as required as noted below in the Further Instructions section. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required documentation will proceed to the next phase of evaluation. Candidates may be interviewed in person or via telephone to determine selection.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The additional documents listed below are required for this recruitment along with your online application. Additional documents can be emailed to . Letters of recommendation may be sent directly to by the applicant or the person providing the reference.
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Two Letters of Recommendation signed and dated
- Must be from a faculty liaison for school credit
- Letters of recommendation from family members will not be accepted
- Unofficial Transcript
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources Human Resources 580 Taylor Avenue C-3 Annapolis MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.
If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment please contact Julie Kline at .
Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue Annapolis MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions as a result of technical difficulties will be accepted.
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