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The General Utility Worker position is 40 hours per week for a 6- to 11-month term, with the possibility of rehire after a state-mandated separation.

The pay is $15 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities

The person selected for this position will work with other GUWs to ensure the park's facilities are clean and maintained. This team performs daily cleanup of the picnic areas, campground, parking lots, restrooms, and other public facilities. The team also works to maintain our grounds and landscape, including mowing, weed eating, trail maintenance, and park beautification. GUWs will assist with short-term and ongoing projects and may perform repairs and light trades work.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

The right person for this position will have a can-do attitude, be willing to learn, and be able to interact with the general public in a positive manner. Most of the work completed in this position is performed outdoors, in all weather conditions. Applicants must be able to work outside in hot weather for extended periods of time.

William B. Umstead State Park seeks a Visitor Center Attendant - Museum Technician to join our team. This position is an excellent introduction to working in parks and could be the perfect fit for a college student or retiree looking for seasonal employment.

Details

This is an 11-month, 40 hour a week position, with the possibility of re-hire after a state-mandated separation. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00AM – 5:00PM with an hour lunch break. The position may include weekend or holiday work.  Pay is $17 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation.

Duties

Work will involve performing a varied range of duties in the areas of interpretation and visitor services. This will include assisting with clerical duties, greeting and assisting visitors, answering questions about trails, and facilities, taking phone calls, answering emails, and selling park merchandise. Position will be responsible for opening and closing the Visitors Center building and making sure it is secure. Additionally, the position will assist the I&E (Interpretation and Education) staff by helping to coordinate and conduct special events and field trips. The position will help tailor these events and field trips to the needs of the group in terms of age or education level, time allotted, or areas of special interests.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The right person for this position will have strong communication skills and will interact with visitors in a helpful and positive manner.

• Experience in customer service, education, retail, and/or reception would be an asset.

• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.)

• Ability to speak effectively with a wide variety of people.

• Ability to plan and conduct field trips based on age, interest level, special interests, or time constraints.

• Ability to learn and apply Park and Office best practices.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships.

• Background in Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, or Zoology would be a big plus.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and experience in planning and conducting tours or field trips; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

We hope to hire a quick learner with good attention to detail who is enthusiastic about the park and able to share that excitement with the public.

How to apply

Applications will be considered as they are received. Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025.

Complete and sign the NC State Government Paper Application for Employment (PD-107). You are welcome to include a resume, but relevant experience must also be described in the application.

Submit your application in person at the Visitor Center, email it to william.umstead@ncparks.gov, or mail it to the park office: 8801 Glenwood Ave Raleigh, NC 27617