State Parks - High Bridge Trail State Park - Office Assistant - Open Until Filled

Virginia State Parks; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free park admission

Discounts on camping

Discounts on cabins

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation presents High Bridge Trail State Park as an Office Assistant role, handling administrative and financial tasks and assisting with the park office, gift shop, and events.

The position requires reliability, cash handling and data entry, plus teamwork. Public-facing experience is valued; shifts include weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience handling cash transactions, reconcile registers, and enter data into software.
• Demonstrated experience in a customer service environment.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Customer service experience in a park or public-facing setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile revenue for cash registers; prepare deposits and enter data into software.
• Maintain cleanliness of visitor center, restrooms, front desk and workspaces.
• Wage/seasonal role with varied shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Provide support for special events at the park.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Publisher

Google applications

Job description

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State Parks - High Bridge Trail State Park

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.

High Bridge Trail State Park is accepting applications for anOffice Assistant position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and knowledgeable individual to perform a variety of administrative and financial tasks. This position may serve as a working supervisor at the park office, gift shop and provide support for special events

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reconcile revenue for cash registers; prepare cash and credit revenue deposits; enter revenue data into respective software; ensure anaccurate and neat filing system.
• Maintain cleanliness of visitor center, restrooms, front desk, and other workspaces.
• Requires available to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Accurately handle cash transactions, reconcile registers, complete daily cash management paperwork, and enter data into applicable software systems.
• Demonstrated experience working in a customer service environment.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Considerations:

• Customer service experience in a park or similar public-facing environment.
• Experience working in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and Google applications.

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 to 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!