Introduction
The Division of Parks and Recreation oversees more than 26,000 acres in 17 state parks, the Brandywine Zoo. The Division protects cultural and historic resources, and provides a wide variety of recreational facilities for Delawareans and visitors.
Summary Statement
Positions support Delaware State Parks’ Marketing and Retail programs through participation in public-facing events, promotional activation's, and mobile retail operations. These are year-round, as-needed positions, with scheduling based on operational and business needs.
• Events and Retail Marketing Lead ($21.00) - Lead coordinator/keyholder for events for sales and marketing with the Division’s Retail Sales Program; works with stakeholders and venues on all event planning and logistics
• Air Stream Driver ($17.00) - Primary responsibilities include transporting, setting up, and operating Delaware State Parks’ 23-foot mobile Airstream retail trailer (“Dela-Wanderer”) at events throughout Delaware and occasionally at regional trade shows or off-site promotional events.
Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules and business needs.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
• Safely towing and operating a state-owned 23-foot Airstream travel trailer and other state vehicles to/from designated event locations
• Responsible for Delaware State Parks traveling retail store operations (requires travel).
• Assist Marketing and Retail Staff with daily duties as needed.
• Ensure vehicle is stocked with Retail Items, Marketing Material and giveaways, by communicating with Management when stock is low.
• Able to speak publicly in front of groups or audiences.
• PCI Compliance training required
• Assist with set-up of technology equipment (i.e., cradle points, laptops, printers, credit card devices, antenna, and other peripheral equipment) in the traveling retail trailer
• Assisting with transportation of trailer to/from DMV inspections and maintaining state requirements.
• Set up location, Retail/Marketing Items, Table, Chairs, Banners, etc.
• Clean and Maintain RV.
• Ability to lift heavy items and set up RV.
• Demonstrated RV transportation and set-up experience.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Provide general customer service and park information to visitors.
• Other duties as required
Job Requirements
Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Events and Retail Marketing Lead
1. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
2. Experience with customer service.
3. Experience in operating point of sale (POS) systems and handling retail transactions.
4. Experience in coordinating events and planning staffing.
5. Experience in inventory management and tracking.
6. Experience towing or hauling large trailers, campers, or commercial-style vehicles.
Airstream Transporter
1. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
2. Experience in operating point of sale (POS) systems and handling retail transactions.
3. Experience towing or hauling large trailers, campers, or commercial-style vehicles.
Additional Posting Information
This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).
This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
Selection Process
The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
