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Trap Pond State Park Lead Custodial Position

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
Laurel, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Introduction

Trap Pond was once the site of a large freshwater wetland and still hosts the country's northernmost natural stand of baldcypress trees. The pond was created in the late 1700s to power a sawmill used in harvesting the baldcypress.

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Summary Statement

A seasonal park position is available at Trap Pond State Park:

  • Lead Custodial - responsible for the custodial cleaning of bathrooms, facilities and offices. Performs a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain a clean, safe and sanitary environment within the grounds and facilities of Trap Pond State Park. Cleans and sanitizes (check/refill toilet paper dispensers, wipes counter, picks up trash off the floor) various park facilities, bathhouses, and restrooms . Coordinates yearly deep clean of facilities. Supervises seasonal custodial staff and reports to Maintenance Supervisor.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat, sun, wind, insects. Applicant must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays as schedule.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here:

  • Performs variety of cleaning tasks in park restrooms and bathhouses; uses cleaning and sanitizing products to clean toilets, scrub showers, wipe down countertops, sweep & mop floors.
  • Picks up litter and transports trash to disposal area.
  • Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and good communication skills.
  • Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Custodial

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving)

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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