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Park Worker III #33-04562R; $8.84/hr; Lincoln. Temporary full-time from 5/10/10 - 8/31/10. General landscape installation and maintenance of turf, trees and shrubs at Commission headquarters grounds and various parks throughout Nebraska. Candidate will work under the supervision of an experienced Groundskeeper Leader. REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds throughout an eight to ten-hour work shift. Experience in operation of chainsaws, mowers, string trimmers and other landscape equipment or ability to learn operation is preferred. Job may require occasional travel to park areas throughout Nebraska for landscape installation work. Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation. CLOSING DATE: 3/31/10.

Park Worker III #33-04440-3; $9.93/hr; Ponca State Park. Temporary full time from 5/1/10 - 12/20/10. Assist team leader with planning, coordinating, and presenting a wide variety of environmental/outdoor education programs to audiences of different age groups and backgrounds. These programs may include: outdoor skills (archery, fishing, etc.), wildlife biology (bird watching, insects, mammals, etc.), kayaking, other sciences (amateur astronomy, geology, paleontology), cultural history (Lewis and Clark, Native American, etc.), crafts and others. Assist team leader with special events (such as The Missouri River Outdoor Expo and Hallowfest), maintenance projects, planning, wildlife/habitat management, and customer service activities. REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of education principles and practices. Basic knowledge of and strong interest in outdoor activities described above. The ability to present information to varied audiences. Excellent communication/teaching skills. Applicant must have a willingness to learn about the natural history of the Missouri River and Ponca State Park, and a strong desire to share this knowledge with the general public. Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation required. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Data Entry Operator 25-T1380; $10.22/hr; Omaha. Temporary through 6/8/10. Operate devices used to enter data into computer; process records and reports for entry into computer storage. Coves reception desk as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Ability to operate a data entry machine; file and retrieve materials using alphabetical and numerical filing systems; code information in accordance with an established system; read and understand data entry machine operating manuals; understand and follow instructions. Regular and predictable attendance required. CLOSING DATE: 2/16/10.

Case Aide #254-38856; $10.22/hr; Omaha. Temporary full time through 6/8/10. This is a support services assignment. Duties include providing paraprofessional/clerical support for casework staff via computer systems inquiry and input. Prepare for and complete documentation scanning; prepare and send appointment and related letters, assist casework staff with researching specific situations/circumstances, maintain Excel spreadsheets as to caseload distributions and other information, process incoming and outgoing unit mail, handle records transfer, order office supplies, basic maintenance of office equipment (replacing toner, paper, etc.), answer incoming calls and direct clients. Assist with filing and client records maintenance, and may arrange for client transportation. REQUIREMENTS: Prefer significant post high school education, work experience, and/or training related to working with varied computer systems (including spreadsheets), general clerical duties, and working effectively with the public and others. Must be highly organized, able to set and follow priorities, flexible in adjusting to changing work needs, and capable of working quickly and accurately in a high-volume work setting. Valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation. CLOSING DATE: 2/8/10.

Document Imaging Technician #254-38855; $10.22/hr; Omaha. Six positions. Temporary full-time through 12/31/10. Operate mail sorters, scanning/imaging equipment and computers; open and sort mail, review documents for completeness, prepare documents for imaging, scan documents within 24 hours of receipt; code and index documents as they are scanned and inspect/verify images. Complete computer systems inquiry and input. Basic maintenance of office equipment such as mail openers, scanners, copy/fax machines etc. REQUIREMENTS: Must be highly organized, detail oriented and able to perform repetitive work in a high-volume, fast paced work environment. Must have basic computer programs knowledge including: MS Word and Outlook. Knowledge of Lotus Notes and NFOCUS preferred. Internal and external customer service experience helpful. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. CLOSING DATE: 2/8/10.

Case Aide #254-38474-2; $10.22/hr; Omaha. Two positions. Temporary full-time through April 2010. This is a support services assignment. Duties include providing paraprofessional/clerical support for casework staff via computer systems inquiry and input, preparing and sending appointment and related letters, assisting casework staff with researching specific situations/circumstances, maintaining Excel spreadsheets as to caseload distributions and other information, processing incoming and outgoing unit mail, handling records transfer, ordering office supplies, basic maintenance of office equipment (replacing toner, paper, etc.), answering incoming calls and directing clients. Will assist with filing and client records maintenance, and may arrange for client transportation. REQUIREMENTS: Prefer significant post high school education, work experience, and/or training related to working with varied computer systems (including spreadsheets), general clerical duties, and working effectively with the public and others. Must be highly organized, able to set and follow priorities, flexible in adjusting to changing work needs, and capable of working quickly and accurately in a high-volume work setting. Ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Regular and predictable attendance. CLOSING DATE: 2/22/10.

Office Clerk III #27-53810; $10.41/hr; Lincoln. Temporary for up to four months. Must be able to work until 5:00 p.m. Provide office and clerical support for the construction division. Serve as first point of contact for customers by greeting walk-in traffic or answering multi-line telephone to provide information or direct caller/customers to the appropriate office or individual. Receive, sort and distribute mail. Photocopy documents and material as needed. File correspondence. Schedule meetings through Outlook calendar, gather information for agendas and prepare handouts or packet/folders. Work with confidential information on a daily basis. Ensure the office is running smoothly and that all equipment and supplies are maintained at adequate levels. Assist in processing expense vouchers and/or order payment forms. Order office supplies. REQUIREMENTS: Experience with operating a multi-line telephone, personal computer and various office machines. Ability to maintain records and prepare correspondence. Excellent communication skills. Regular and reliable attendance is required. Prefer: Experience providing support to professional and/or administrative staff. Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. CLOSING DATE: 2/16/10.

Facility Maintenance Technician II; $11.81/hr; Positions available in:

• #33-05547-4; Pawnee SRA. Temporary through November 2010. CLOSING DATE: 2/16/10.
• #33-05546R-2; Mahoney State Park. Temporary through January 16, 2011. Overnight travel required. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.
• #33-05548RR-2; Lincoln. Temporary through January 16, 2011. Overnight travel required. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and construction activities, including, but not limited to building repair/renovation, construction of new structures, cabinet construction/repair, repair/installation of windows, concrete flat work, and minor plumbing and electrical work. REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. One year experience performing general carpentry work, building maintenance, or construction work. General knowledge of building construction and maintenance; ability to operate power tools related to the construction field; ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Valid driver’s license required or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Conservation Technician I; $11.81/hr; Positions available in:

• #33-33511-3; Myrtle Hall WMA. Temporary full-time from 4/1/10 - 11/22/10.
• #33-33521-2; Cambridge. Temporary full-time from 3/1/10 - 11/30/10.

Each year the Wildlife Division hires a number of seasonal employees to assist with its wildlife management functions, which include standard wildlife population surveys, research projects and habitat management implementation on both private and public lands. The experience afforded by these positions can quite often give students the competitive edge on future employment opportunities within the wildlife profession. Please visit the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission website for more information: www.ngpc.state.ne.us/admin/jobs/jobs.asp. Assist with prescribed burning; ground preparation and planting of food plots and grass plantings; repair and maintain equipment; assist with wildlife surveys; mix and apply chemicals; word processing; age and check deer; and assist in operation of controlled hunts. REQUIREMENTS: 12-15 hours of college-level course work in natural resources OR 6-12 months experience in wildlife management. Knowledge of and ability to operate tractors, all-terrain-vehicles (ATV's), chainsaws, and farm equipment. Basic knowledge of wildlife management principles. Computer skills (MS Word, Access, Excel) highly desirable. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation for travel to wildlife locations. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Operator; $12.06/hr; Temporary full time through March 2011; Positions available in:

• #33-05545R-3; Medicine Creek SRA, Cambridge.
• #33-05549RR; Lincoln.

Perform general labor, driving dump trucks requiring a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), and operating a variety of heavy construction equipment including, but not limited to: scrapers, dozers, motor graders, loaders, and backhoes. REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. General knowledge of earth-moving construction; considerable skill in operation of heavy equipment; skill in diesel and gasoline mechanics; ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Valid driver's license; class B Nebraska Commercial Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsements is required within four weeks after employment. Overnight travel required. CLOSING DATE: 3/19/10.

Conservation Technician II #33-02503-3; $13.65/hr; Kearney. Temporary full-time from 4/1/10 - 11/30/10. Primarily work as an assistant to the South Central District Fisheries staff in the collection of fisheries data. Duties will be assigned by the supervisor and will include all aspects of fisheries science needed to monitor, maintain and enhance fish populations in Nebraska waters. Assist Fisheries Division staff with field collection of fish community data, aquatic habitat assessment, and angler use data from reservoirs and lakes in south-central Nebraska pertinent to on-going research and fisheries management. Special emphasis will occur with lower and mid-level trophic communities at Harlan County Reservoir. Provide additional support for a variety of pilot projects needed to develop future research projects including bluegill food habits, habitat assessment, rejuvenation of invertebrate communities following renovation, white bass genetics, walleye and white bass recruitment and assessment of glass shrimp introductions. Fish community sampling techniques include boat electrofishing, trap nets, gill nets and seines. Assist with fish age determinations from scale and spines collected in the field, and subsequent computer data entry. Assist with equipment maintenance and outdoor education programs. REQUIREMENTS: Two years experience working in fisheries-related field or two years of college with at least one year experience. General knowledge of and ability to operate, care for and repair fisheries equipment and motor vehicles; ability to follow instructions and maintain records; general knowledge of fisheries management techniques. Applicant should have effective communication skills. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Conservation Technician II #33-02502-2; $13.65/hr; Alliance. Temporary full-time from 4/1/10 - 12/30/10. This position requires considerable travel time away from home. Field work normally will be performed four - five days per week. Primarily work as an assistant to the Program Manager in the collection of fisheries and stream fish data, GPS surveying, habitat projects, and data analysis and entry. Duties will include all aspects of fisheries science needed to monitor, maintain, and enhance fish populations in Nebraska waters. The incumbents perform a variety of duties related to the gathering of field data in streams throughout Nebraska. Duties include: Assist in the collection and post-processing of fish and macro invertebrate samples with various types of sampling gear. Tabulate field and laboratory data. May sort, enumerate and taxonomically identify samples. Operate motor vehicles and various field and laboratory equipment. Collect other necessary data including discharge measurements and other physical and chemical parameters. REQUIREMENTS: Two years experience working in fisheries-related field or two years of college with at least one year experience. General knowledge of and ability to operate, maintain, and repair fisheries equipment and motor vehicles; ability to follow instructions and maintain records; general knowledge of fisheries management techniques. Experience with, or a strong interest in learning how to collect and identify fish and macro invertebrates is desirable. Overnight travel of two - three nights per week may be required. Outdoor work requires physical exertion, such as bending, heavy lifting, pulling. Exposure to moderate to extreme climatic conditions is expected. The work often requires spending long days in the field under hot conditions. Good judgment is required while working in the water. Hazardous wading conditions may exist while working in and around fast-flowing streams or rivers. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Conservation Technician II #33-02501-6; $13.65/hr; Lincoln. Temporary full-time from 3/1/10 - 9/1/10. Weekend and holiday hours possible. Develop, organize and implement activities in support of the Commission's Recruitment, Retention, and Development Family Fishing Program. Develop and create educational materials and equipment. Organize and implement fishing clinics throughout the state. Deliver public presentations. Assist in fisheries management related activities. REQUIREMENTS: Two years experience working in fisheries-related field or two years of college with at least one year experience. General knowledge of fisheries management techniques and aquatic ecology. Good communication and public speaking skills. Ability to: Maintain simple records; think and work, both independently and with instruction; operate hand and power tools; operate a pickup with trailer. Will be required to travel statewide independently, with overnight stays; valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.

Park Superintendent I #33-04045; $15.52/hr; Ponca State Park. Temporary from 3/1/10-1/15/11 to assist Superintendent with Missouri River Outdoor Expo (MROE). Duties: budget - tracking expenditures/book-keeping, assist with obtaining and initiating grants for sponsorships, will be main contact person for vendors, documentation, site layout, responsible for lodging accommodations for staff/volunteers, oversee volunteer database and mailings, in charge of ordering and keeping track of signage, oversee silent auction and raffle tickets, scheduling for radio shows, newspaper ads and releases, liaison for NGPC Expo web pages and to perform other duties as required for the MROE. This position will assist in the supervision of two - three other staff and assist with the planning, coordinating, and presenting of a wide variety of environmental/outdoor education programs to audiences of different age groups and backgrounds. Assist Superintendents with special events (such as Becoming an Outdoors-Woman workshop and Hallowfest), maintenance projects, planning, wildlife/habitat management, and customer service activities. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in park management or related field. Experience in park management or a related field may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Ability to plan, manage, analyze and evaluate park programs. Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and application of park resources management and conservation. Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations. Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain public relations with community, business, special interest groups, and state, local and federal agencies. Knowledge of park operations, administration and financial management. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. Ability to supervise subordinate staff and to enforce park rules and regulations. CLOSING DATE: 2/19/10.