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 noncontributory 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. S10PT, fax (501) 683-4828 to Dept. S10PT, or by regular mail -- Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, Dept. S10PT, 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. S10PT |
| Web address: |
http://www.arkansas.com |
| E-Mail: |
natural.jobs@arkansas.gov Attn: Dept. S10PT |
| Address: |
Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism
Department S10PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201 |
Vacancies are updated every Friday afternoon.
Library Technical Assistant III (History Commission)
| Location: |
Arkansas History Commission, Little Rock, AR |
| Salary: |
$20,954 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22091310 |
| Closing Date: |
10/10/2008 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Pay Grade: 14
This position provides general library services in the Arkansas History Commission’s public research room, including registration and orientation of patrons, and assisting visitors with the selection and use of archival materials such as microfilm, microfiche, books and pamphlets. Other duties include processing and cataloging library and microfilm materials, preparing indexes, performing data entry, making photocopies, maintaining records, assisting patrons with historical and genealogical research, and other duties as assigned. A detail-oriented team player with experience in an archival or museum setting is preferred. Applicant must be able to work Saturdays.
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 four years of experience in library services. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Send application/resume to:
Arkansas Dept of Parks & Tourism
Dept S10PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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Secretary II (History Commission)
| Location: |
Arkansas History Commission, Little Rock, AR |
| Salary: |
$19,667 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22091311 |
| Closing Date: |
10/10/2008 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Pay Grade: 13
This position works under direct supervision and provides general administrative support for the staff of the Arkansas History Commission. Job duties include data entry, copying and distributing materials, compiling reports, answering phones and taking messages, working in AASIS (Arkansas Administrative Statewide Information System), filing and retrieval of documents and books, and completing special projects. Other job duties include registering and orienting patrons, assisting visitors with the use of equipment such as photocopiers and microform reader/printers, and other duties as assigned. Applicants who are detail-oriented team players with experience in an archival, library or museum setting are preferred. Must be able to work Saturdays.
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 specialized training in the secretarial science field; plus three years of secretarial experience. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Send application/resume to:
Arkansas Dept of Parks & Tourism
Dept S10PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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Desk Clerk /Document Examiner I (Daisy)
| Location: |
Daisy State Park, Kirby, AR |
| Salary: |
$16,283 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22143397 |
| Closing Date: |
10/17/2008 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Pay Grade: 10
This position is responsible for all duties related to the visitor center’s front desk operations. Job duties include greeting and assisting the public, operating a cash register, registering camping guests on a computerized system, assisting with inventory, stocking resale displays, and performing daily cleaning duties. Applicant may assist with other duties, programs and activities as assigned. This position requires some travel within the state for training purposes. Excellent public relations skills are a must. Applicant must be able to work a varied shift, including evenings, weekends and holidays, and must possess a valid driver’s license.
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 one year of experience in forms review, administrative support activities, or a related field. Non-qualified applicants need not apply.
We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Please send application/resume to:
Daisy State Park
Dept S10PT
103 East Park
Kirby, AR 71950-8105
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Administrative Assistant II (Park Director's Office)
| Location: |
Parks Division, Little Rock, AR |
| Salary: |
$25,106 - $33,468 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22092406 |
| Closing Date: |
10/10/2008 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Pay Grade: 17
This position supervises an administrative support staff; attends monthly commission meetings and takes official minutes; has direct contact with the governor’s office, legislators, public officials, park visitors and the general public; provides interpretation of the Division’s policy directives to employees and the public; conducts research, prepares correspondence and responds to park visitors inquiries; plans, facilitates and coordinates ground breaking ceremonies, park dedications and special events; provides technical assistance to field personnel.
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 bachelor’s degree in business administration, office administration, or a related field plus one year of experience in a specialized or related field applicable to work performed OR the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma plus one year specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field, plus five years of experience in specialized or a related field applicable to work performed. Advanced oral and written communications and organizational skills required. 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 & Tourism
Dept S10PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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Staff Development Specialist II
| Location: |
Personnel, Little Rock, AR |
| Salary: |
$26,943 plus benefits |
| Position Number: |
22143455 |
| Closing Date: |
10/17/2008 |
| Summary of Duties & Minimum Qualifications: |
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Pay Grade: 18
The Department of Parks & Tourism is seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual who will train and support our agency professionals from every corner of the state. Flexibility and team leader skills are a must. Applicant will provide staff training through technical and practical instruction, develop job aides, maintain employee training records and materials, update organization charts and assist with training solutions to ensure all regulatory requirements related to employees are met. This position will also provide some administrative support. The ideal candidate must have exceptional oral and written communications skills and be experienced with Microsoft Office. Frequent travel with overnight stay is necessary.
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 bachelor’s degree in psychology, business administration, education or related field, plus two years of related experience. Non-qualified individuals need not apply.
We are an EOE/AA/ADA employer—women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send application/resume to:
Arkansas Dept of Parks & Tourism
Dept. S10PT
One Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
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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.
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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