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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Recreation Trails Coordinator - Two Positions (running consecutively) - 6321 and 6323 (Northern Aroostook County) in Presque Isle, Maine
Recreation Trails Coordinator - Two Positions (running consecutively) - 6321 and 6323 (Northern Aroostook County)
Presque Isle , Maine , United States | Parks & Outdoor Recreation | Full-time
Apply by: May 13, 2024
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RECREATION TRAILS COORDINATOR(TWO POSITIONS - RUNNING CONSECUTIVELY)
Opening Date:April 26, 2024Closing Date:May 13, 2024
Location:Northern Aroostook CountyPosition #:01720-6321
01720-6323
Position Type:Seasonal Full Time - 26 Weeks
(Positions run Consecutively)Class Code:9600
Grade/Salary: Grade 18 - $38,105.60 - $51,022.40/Annually
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands, is recruiting to fill two 26-week Recreational Trails Coordinator positions (running consecutively) for Northern Aroostook County.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:This maintenance and personal services position is responsible for the inspection, repair, and overall maintenance of several State-owned multi-use recreational trails and the coordination of development and maintenance of county, municipal, and private club-managed motorized recreational trails in an assigned geographical area.
Responsibilities include:
Conducting field inspections.
Trail design/layout and trail planning.
Contract administration.
Overall on-site responsibility for carrying out repair and maintenance projects.
Supervising trail operations and maintenance.
Developing interpretive information and programs.
Educating the public regarding trail rules and regulations.
Providing accurate reports and information as required.
Representing the Department's Off-Road Vehicle Office in the region on Trails Advisory Coalitions, Landowner relations, and Snowmobile/ATV club development.
Attending Snowmobile & ATV club meetings.
Directing management on the trails.
Overseeing and acquiring local and state building and environmental permits for construction and trail repair.
Assisting clubs with guidance and the application process for permits and grant applications.
Employee performs and coordinates the work of volunteers and contractors in general repair and maintenance of trail infrastructure including (but not limited to) bridges, trails, roads, signage, kiosks, and parking areas as needed. Work is performed under limited supervision.
For information specific to the positions , please contact Brian Bronson, Off-Road Vehicle Program at: (207) 287-4958.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:A six (6) year combination of education, training, and/or experience in trail construction and maintenance or similar activity involving public contact and including experience and involvement with non-profit volunteer groups, preferably in ATV and snowmobile clubs.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:The successful candidate must live or be willing to move to Northern Aroostook County.
Note: The state provides a Truck, ATV, and Snowmobile for work related activity.
HOW TO APPLY:Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct HireApplication, along with a Cover Letter,and detailedResumeat: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#acf
Direct Hire Applicationforms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE:Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
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