Intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 (Delaware Shooting Range) – 20058874

State of Ohio; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Ohio's ODNR is seeking a seasonal, intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 at the Delaware Shooting Range in Delaware County. You will assist range staff with daily operations and maintenance, and support range safety and public inquiries.

This 12-month, 1000-hour position offers flexible weekend work and approximately 20 hours per week, with a $20.05 hourly rate. Applicants should be able to lift 50 pounds and pass safety training as required.

Qualifications

• Arithmetic and English literacy required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Equivalent of the minimum class qualifications for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist range staff with daily operations and enforcing range rules.
• Perform grounds maintenance and light carpentry or custodial duties.
• May work on the Delaware Wildlife Area as needed.
• Handle public inquiries and range permit checks.
• Receive an hourly pay of $20.05/hr.

Skills

Natural Resources

Firearms

Customer Service

General Maintenance

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Job description

Intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 (Delaware Shooting Range) – 20058874 (260007CP)

Organization

: Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail] or 614-265-6993

Unposting Date

: Oct 7, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Delaware County-Delaware
Compensation: 20.05/hr

Schedule

: Part-time
Work Hours: Varies, includes Weekends
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

: Natural Resources
Technical Skills: Firearms, Customer Service, General Maintenance
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Teamwork

Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of seasonal, intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at the Delaware Wildlife Area Shooting Range and Education Center, assigned to Delaware County. The address is 1110 State Route 229, Ashley, OH 43003. To learn more about the Delaware Area Shooting Range, please visit the ++Delaware Wildlife Area Shooting Range and Education Center website++.

What you will do…

• Assist Range Supervisor and other full-time range staff with the daily operation of the ++Delaware Shooting Range and Education Center++ (e.g., check range permits, answer general questions from the public concerning the range, enforce range rules, etc.)

• Perform range maintenance duties (e.g., grounds maintenance, mowing, snow removal, custodial duties, trash removal, light construction, light carpentry, equipment operation, etc.)

• May also work on the Delaware Wildlife Area

• Other duties as assigned

• Receive an hourly pay of $20.05/hr.

Duration…

• 12 months per year

• This is a maximum duration, 1000-hour per year intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Wildlife

Work hours and conditions…

• Approximately 20 hours per week

• Must work Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and some holidays

• May be exposed to moderate to high noise levels

Preferred qualifications and special requirements…

• Ability to complete Range Safety Officer training

• Experience in basic firearm operation and safe handling

• Strong communications skills, including written and verbal

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds to shoulder height

• Proven record of being reliable and team-oriented

Please note…

This intermittent position will remain at step 1 of the pay range. This intermittent position is not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals [vacation, personal, sick], any other paid leave, shift differential, pay supplements, etc.).

For more information about the position, please contactMatt Neumeier, District 1 Shooting Range Supervisor at [phone] or [e-mail].
Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver’s license.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Natural Resources
Supplemental Information Application Requirements:

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System (OHMS) Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting “My Profile”.

NOTES

ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.