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Job Posting: Trail Assessment Coordinator

Position: Trail Assessment Worker Location: Statewide

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Tennessee State Parks is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Trail Assessment Coordinator to join our team. As a Trail Assessment Coordinator, you will play a vital role in assessing the safety, accessibility, and quality of trails within our park system. This position requires the use of specialized equipment, including a HETAP (High-Efficiency Trail Assessment Process) machine and UTAP (Universal Trail Assessment Process) process, to assess and evaluate trail conditions. If you have a passion for the outdoors, physical fitness, and enjoy working independently in rugged terrain, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize a HETAP machine and UTAP process to conduct trail assessments and evaluate trail conditions.
• Perform detailed inspections of trails, including surface conditions, erosion, obstacles, signage, and overall trail integrity.
• Document and report trail assessment findings accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with park management and maintenance teams to prioritize and address trail maintenance and repair needs.
• Assist in the development and implementation of trail maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures during trail assessments.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure accurate and reliable trail assessments.
• Travel to various state parks within Tennessee to conduct trail assessments.
• Must possesses the capability to vertically elevate an object weighing 50 lbs. by a distance of 12 inches.

Requirements:

• Physical fitness and ability to walk long distances in rough terrain, often carrying equipment.
• Proficient computer skills, including data entry, report writing, and email communication.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, managing time and priorities effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document findings.
• Knowledge of trail maintenance practices and principles is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and equipment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to different state parks within Tennessee.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• We highly encourage college students pursuing majors in Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Natural Resources, Biology, Architecture, or Engineering to submit their applications.

Minimum Verification Requirements

Please complete the following verifications with Info Cubic upon candidate's selection. Additional verifications may be identified by the agency.

• TN Standard Background Check

  Baseline background check, plus motor vehicles report

  Global Monitor Check

  US Criminal Record Locator

  Federal Criminal History (7 years)

  Statewide Criminal History (7 years)

  County Criminal History (7 years)

  SSN Address Trace

  National Registered Sex Offender

Breakout Invoice By PO

Type Category Qualification Description Competency Required Software Database Microsoft Access Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Computer Diagnostics Ability to troubleshoot hardware problems without direct support. Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others GPS Advanced usage of handheld GPS Units. Advanced (7-9 Years) Yes Skills Others Microsoft Windows Operation of Microsoft Windows Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Physical Fitness Ability to walk long distances, on uneven terrain, extensive slopes, and various difficulties. Advanced (7-9 Years) Yes Software Others Adobe Acrobat Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Customer Service Skills Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Data Entry Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Emailing Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Software Others Internet Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Software Others Microsoft Excel Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Travel Arrangements Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Typing Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes Skills Others Verbal Communication English as primary language Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes