Seasonal Visitor Services Aide - 7070131

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: stewardship, integrity, collaboration, respect and innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, at 800 Guy Park Dr., Wildwood, MO. The candidate will work up to 37.5 hours a week from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. They will be required to be available for scheduling on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays as these are peak visitor times.

Duration of Assignment: June 2026 through November 29, 2026

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

• Utilize internet-based reservation system to assist visitors in booking campsite/shelter/meeting space reservations
• Address camping, hiking and general visitor inquiries via telephone and in-person
• Operate retail store (sales via cash register, reconcile cash drawer, replace stock as needed)
• Light cleaning of the lobby, gift shop & restrooms, etc., in the Visitor Center
• Maintain/keep stocked informational literature displays/racks
• Learn park geography, trail systems and safety regulations in order to respond to visitor inquiries.

Qualifications - All you need for success

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Listening: Receives, attends to, interprets, and responds to verbal messages and other cues such as body language in ways that are appropriate to listeners and situations.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

Experience to be Gained:

• Ability to work a job with diverse duties
• Become familiar with the natural and cultural resources of the area.
• Resource interpretation through informal interactions
• Hands-on knowledge of Missouri State Parks policies and procedures
• Customer service and retail knowledge

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

Kerry Dilks at 636-458-3813 or bablerstatepark@dnr.mo.gov

Or

Sally Namassy, Recruiter at dnr.recruiter@dnr.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.