State Parks - Chippokes State Park - Housekeeper Ranger - Open Until Filled

Virginia State Parks; Virginia; Presencial; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Free parking

Free park admission

Discounts on campground stays

Resumo da oferta

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) invites applicants for a Housekeeping Ranger at Chippokes State Park. The role ensures clean, safe, and welcoming facilities for visitors, including cabins, restrooms, bathhouses, and museum spaces, with light maintenance support.

Responsibilities include turnover readiness, stock replenishment, and professional guest assistance. Flexible scheduling and seasonal work are expected, with emphasis on reliability and teamwork across park

Qualificações

• Working knowledge of cleaning methods, sanitation practices, and facility maintenance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and appearance.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills with park guests and staff.
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors and in varying weather, including lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.

Responsabilidades

• Clean and prepare cabins, restrooms, bathhouses, museums, and park facilities.
• Turnover of overnight accommodations to ensure guest readiness for check-in.
• Restock supplies and maintain inventory awareness.
• Operate cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with light maintenance and other custodial tasks as needed.
• Provide courteous assistance to park visitors and support daily park operations.

Conhecimentos

Cleaning methods

Sanitation practices

Attention to detail

Customer service

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

Ferramentas

Cleaning equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure.

Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians’ lives.

Chippokes State Park is accepting applications for a Housekeeper position.

Job Summary:

The Housekeeping Ranger plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, and functionality of Virginia State Park facilities. This position is responsible for cleaning and preparing cabins, restrooms, campground bathhouses, museums, and other park structures to ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for visitors. The Housekeeping Ranger also performs light maintenance and custodial tasks necessary to support daily park operations and may assist with other duties as assigned, including emergency response activities or non-routine projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating initiative, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization of cabins, restrooms, bathhouses, museums, and other park facilities in accordance with established standards.
• Complete timely turnover of overnight accommodations to ensure facilities are guest-ready prior to check-in.
• Restock restroom and facility supplies as needed and maintain inventory awareness.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools and cleaning equipment, including hammers, saws, pruners, mops, and brooms.
• Perform light maintenance and custodial tasks that support the safe and efficient operation of park facilities.
• Provide courteous and professional assistance to park visitors, answer questions, and contribute to a positive guest experience.
• Assist with additional duties and special projects as assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of cleaning methods, sanitation practices, and facility maintenance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and appearance.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with staff and park guests.
• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, including frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds without assistance.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings; work hours may vary based on seasonal operational needs.

Special Instructions:

• Background Check: Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Employment Eligibility: Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
• Work Requirements: Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.

DCR encourages applications from minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and those with experiencewiththeNational ParkServiceorthe federalgovernment.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA/TT).

🌲Explore Virginia State Parks — On Us!

As a DCR employee,you’llenjoy exclusive access to the natural beauty and outdoor experiences that make Virginia’s State Parks extraordinary — with free admission,special discounts, andperksthat turn every visit into something memorable.

Employee benefits include:

• Free parking and admissionto all Virginia State Parks.
• Overnight stay discountsfor DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service):
  • Free campingoutside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.
  • Free Sunday–Thursday camping(excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.
  • 50% ff cabins(up t three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two-night minimumrequired. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.

Join us and make Virginia’s great outdoors part of your life —it’sone of the many ways we show our appreciation for the people who make DCR’s mission possible!