Seasonal Property Worker - Starve Hollow SRA

State of Indiana; Vallonia (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rewarding seasonal role with the State of Indiana, where you can contribute to the upkeep of beautiful recreational areas. As a Seasonal Property Worker, you will engage with the public, ensuring their experience is enjoyable while maintaining the facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in diverse environments, from office settings to outdoor terrains, and to be part of a team dedicated to serving the community. Embrace the chance to make a tangible impact on the lives of visitors and enjoy the beauty of nature while you work.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide quality customer service in various roles.
• Experience with cash handling and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean property buildings and grounds.
• Provide customer service at assigned property stations.
• Monitor visitor activities and enforce regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Cleaning and Maintenance

Basic Security Monitoring

Administrative Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Seasonal Property Worker - Starve Hollow SRA

Date Posted: May 3, 2025

Requisition ID: 455047

Location:

Vallonia, IN, US, 47281

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Starve Hollow State Recreation Area:
The Starve-Hollow State Recreation Area is a 280-acre section of the Jackson-Washington State Forest that includes a 145-acre lake. Bald Eagles is seen here regularly. Activities include boating, cabins, camping, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, swimming and more. Starve Hollow also has playgrounds and shelters that can be reserved to private events.

Salary Statement:

The hourly wage for seasonal positions varies, starting at $12.25/hour.

A Day in the Life:

The Seasonal Property Workers provide friendly customer service, while ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of areas used by the general public. Seasonal Property Worker positions and their essential functions are as follows:

• Attendants: Provides quality customer service at assigned property station. The main responsibilities of this position the collection of revenue from fees and permits, and cash/credit card handling duties.
• Concessions: Provides quality customer service at concession stands, beach houses, or other locations as needed. This includes the sale of location specific items (firewood, food, rentals, etc.), handling cash/credit payments, collection of fees & permits, and inventory reporting.
• Housekeepers: Works to maintain and clean property buildings, grounds, and facilities. Duties include regular deep cleaning of restrooms, showers, and other property buildings.
• Laborers:Works to maintain and repair property buildings, grounds, and facilities. Laborers perform various duties based on property needs. Possible duties may include landscaping, mowing, firewood processing, structure maintenance, sign creation, trail upkeep, carpentry, and plumbing, based on property needs.
• Office Assistants:Answers inquiries about the property and provide quality customer service to the park visitors. This position also assists property management with operations and administrative functions.
• Clerks: Performs a wide variety of tasks to support property staff. Duties may include inventory, stocking, reporting, budgeting, and assisting with other administrative duties.
• Security Officers:Monitors the activities of visitors and report problems to property management or other authorities. Security Officers patrol the property and enforce regulations in a courteous, but firm manner. This role provides security to facilities, construction sites, and logging operations as needed, including late-night visits to areas prone to vandalism, disturbances, and illegal activities.
• DOC Crew Supervisors: Monitors the activities of individuals that are a part of the Department of Corrections work release crew and participate in labor duties as needed. The supervisor also provides transportation for the crew.
• Shooting Range Officers (Brookville Lake Only):Monitors the activities of visitors using the shooting range while providing quality customer service and education on safe gun handling. This role will enforce shooting range standard operating procedures and provide basic maintenance to ensure the safety of visitors and staff.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• May be expected to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• May be required to wear a DNR provided uniform
• May experience working directly withDOC work release crews
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license
• May be required to travel to additional properties
• May perform duties in a variety of different environments, including an office, field, rugged terrain, and various weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc)
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .