Welcome to Employment Opportunities with the Arkansas Department Parks and Tourism.
We have developed this Internet job opportunity page to
help you better understand our Department and employment opportunities. As State government employees, we are responsible for making sure taxpayers' money is spent effectively and efficiently. We are obligated to serve the public fairly and courteously. We gladly accept these responsibilities and know a rewarding career is possible with our Department.
I wish you the best of luck and success in your career search and choices. An interesting and challenging experience awaits employees of the Department of Parks and Tourism. We may be the employer for you.
Sincerely,
Richard W. Davies
Executive Director
The Mission of the Department of Parks and Tourism is:
- to provide optimum quality state park recreation facilities conveniently located and in sufficient quantity to meet the needs of all state citizens and visitors;
- to provide adequate facilities and skilled leadership for developing and safeguarding natural resources;
- to enhance the economic impact of tourism in the state and increase the state's tax base;
- to collect, preserve, and make available for public use historical items and resource materials;
- to provide executive direction and effective administration of fiscal controls, accounting, purchasing, internal audit, personnel management, and public information for all divisions of the Department;
- to enhance the quality of life for all citizens; and
- to promote associated social, cultural and economic values.
We Provide Equal Opportunities and Do Not Discriminate
The Department of Parks and Tourism is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. This commitment is supported by our positive and practical efforts to implement a policy of nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action.
The Department of Parks and Tourism complies with the nondiscrimination provisions of State and Federal regulations. Our Department recruits, hires, and promotes employees without discriminating. Personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returning from layoffs, training, education, and tuition assistance are not approved or denied on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability.
Benefits
Our Department offers an excellent benefit package
including immediate accrual of annual and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, and a contributory retirement plan. Our Department pays the major portion of medical health
insurance for full-time employees and offers several medical plans from which to choose. These plans range from an indemnity plan with a PPO option to HMO's.
Other benefits include maternity leave, court and jury
duty leave, military leave and a catastrophic illness leave program as well as Family and Medical leave. Employees with our Department may choose to participate in a deferred
compensation plan and various options for life insurance, accident insurance, cancer care and intensive care insurance. Employees are also able to participate in the Arkansas Cafeteria Plan which is a program designed to allow an employee to pay for group health and life insurance premiums, dependent day care and out-of-pocket medical care costs tax free. All employees of our Department are also covered under workers' compensation and unemployment insurance.
How To Apply For Our Jobs
Our Department uses a formal application process for regular salary positions to ensure we are in compliance with State and Federal regulations. Applications and resumes can be sent to us by internet e-mail at natural.jobs@arkansas.gov to Dept. S06PT, fax (501) 683-4828 to Dept. S06PT, or by regular mail -- Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, Dept. S06PT, One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201.
An Employment Application (Acrobat file) may be downloaded here. If you need a free Acrobat Reader, please visit the Adobe website. Or, if you prefer, you may complete an application online at www.arstatejobs.com after reviewing our vacancies listed below. You will need to list the job title and position number so make note of that information.
Nothing in our application process, its language, policies or procedures, establishes, constitutes or implies an employment contract, the guarantee of employment or benefits, or employment for any specific duration. The Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism is an "at-will" employer. We hope our employment relationship is long-term; however, either you or our Department may end this relationship, at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.
Vacancy Listings
| Job Line: |
(501) 340-3993 |
| Personnel: |
(501) 682-7742 (V/TT) |
| Fax: |
(501) 683-4828 Attn: Dept. S06PT |
| Web address: |
http://www.arkansas.com |
| E-Mail: |
natural.jobs@arkansas.gov Attn: Dept. S06PT |
| Address: |
Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism
Department S06PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201 |
Vacancies are updated every Friday afternoon.
Welcome Center Manager I
| Location: |
Arkansas Welcome Center, El Dorado, AR |
| Salary: |
$ 26,531 - $28,165 |
| Position Number: |
22092455 |
| Closing Date: |
07/17/2009 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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This position oversees the daily operation of an Arkansas Welcome Center. Job duties include supervising full-time employees, becoming knowledgeable about Arkansas attractions, events, and other facts of interest to visitors, and maintaining monthly timesheets, petty cash records and visitation reports. Applicant will also give presentations to civic groups and schools and attend out-of-town conferences, meetings, workshops, and familiarization tours. Experience with Microsoft Office software is highly desirable. Applicant must maintain certification to perform adult and child CPR/First Aid (training provided), wear the uniform provided, be able to move up to 50 pounds, occasionally travel overnight, and must be available to work some weekends and holidays. A criminal background check is required.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement pension.
Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus three years of experience in business, marketing, or a related field, including one year in a leadership capacity. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
We are an EOE/AA/ADA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Please send application/resume to:
Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism
Dept. S07PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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Welcome Center Assistant Manager
| Location: |
Arkansas Welcome Center, Helena-West Helena, AR |
| Salary: |
$21,827 - $23,171 |
| Position Number: |
22092341 |
| Closing Date: |
07/10/2009 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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This position greets and provides travel information to visitors, maps routes for tourists, and provides weather information. Job duties include ordering literature, maintaining the literature logbook, and stocking brochures in literature racks. Applicant will attend in-state familiarization tours, may attend out-of-state travel shows, enters daily visitation data into computer to generate monthly reports, and acts as supervisor in supervisor’s absence. Applicant must maintain certification to perform adult and child CPR/First Aid (training provided), wear the uniform provided, be able to move up to 50 pounds, and must be available to work weekends and some holidays.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement pension.
Applicants must meet or exceed these qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma PLUS one year experience in customer relations, public relations, or related field, including one year of supervisory experience. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send application/resume to:
Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism
Dept S07PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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Lodge Cook/Dessert & Salad Prep. (QW)
| Location: |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Mena, AR |
| Salary: |
$22,919 - $24,330 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22134031 |
| Closing Date: |
07/03/2009 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Grade: C110
This position functions as the dessert prep/salad prep person and dishwasher, with an emphasis on food preparation. Job duties include preparing desserts and salads for the buffet and individual sale, inspecting food shipments, maintaining cleanliness and order of walk-in refrigerator, as well as supervising and operating a commercial dishwasher. Applicant must be able to work a varied shift, including weekends and holidays.
Position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement pension.
Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma, plus one year of experience in restaurant cooking or related field. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send application/resume to:
Queen Wilhelmina State Park
Dept. S06PT
3877 Hwy 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
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Maintenance Technician (Mt. Magazine)
| Location: |
Mount Magazine State Park, Paris, AR |
| Salary: |
$26,531 - $28,165 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22134022 |
| Closing Date: |
07/03/2009 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Grade: C113
This position oversees the maintenance and operations of park facilities and equipment. Job duties include developing preventive maintenance schedules, performing skilled and semi-skilled tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electric, and equipment repair, and supervising, training and disciplining regular and seasonal employees. Other responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing reports such as vehicle reports and employee performance appraisals, operating and maintaining water and waste water treatment facilities, indoor swimming pools, spa and hot tubs, operating heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, mowers, and other duties as assigned. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement pension.
Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years' vocational technical training in maintenance; plus three years' experience in general maintenance, including one year in a leadership capacity. Non-qualified individuals need not apply.
We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Send application/resume to:
Mount Magazine State Park
Dept S06PT
16878 Highway 309 South
Paris, AR 72855-6090
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Seasonal Jobs
| Location: |
Statewide |
| Hourly Wage: |
$6.25 - $12.00 |
| Position Number: |
2209XXXX |
| Closing Date: |
On Going |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Many state parks, museums, and tourist information centers are hiring seasonal employees now.
WE HAVE MANY SEASONAL JOBS!
Job duties vary but areas include maintenance, construction, housekeeping, store clerks, accounting clerks, waitstaff, cooks, and office/clerical support.
Work hours vary (from 15 up to 40 hours or more per week) as do work schedules (weekdays, weekends, holidays, and evening work).
FOR THESE JOBS, YOU MUST APPLY AT THE PARK, MUSEUM, OR TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER WHERE YOU WISH TO WORK. WE DO NOT HIRE SEASONAL WORKERS FOR FIELD LOCATIONS THROUGH THE CENTRAL PERSONNEL OFFICE, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SEASONAL INTERPRETERS.
Apply at the location of your choice. Locations and phone numbers may be found at: http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/park_finder/default.asp. We hire throughout the season, but some jobs go fast so apply early!
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