Mirror Lake and Rocky Arbor State Parks - Seasonal LTE ; Wisconsin Dells​/Baraboo

Mirror Lake and Rocky Arbor State Parks – Seasonal LTE Opportunities (Wisconsin Dells/ Baraboo)

We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

The Wisconsin DNR has multiple Limited Term Employee (LTE) positions available at our Mirror Lake State Park in Baraboo, WI, and at Rocky Arbor State Park in Wisconsin Dells, WI. These positions will begin in spring 2026, work through the summer, and end in the fall.

• 30% – Perform grounds maintenance activities, perform repairs on park structures, conduct routine building cleaning, safely operate and maintain park equipment, maintain trails and water distribution systems, and support education programs by providing interpretive services such as guided hikes.
• 25% – Assist with the visitor assistance program, maintain public use areas, operate department camping reservation systems, monitor recreation facilities, maintain detailed reports, records, and statistics, and educate property visitors about user conduct rules, arboretums, and other education points.
• 25% – Perform land management activities for the property, provide resource protection rule information to visitors, and resolve visitor service issues.
• 20% – Conduct revenue activities (collect funds from self‑pay stations, distribute fee violation notices, etc.), disseminate information to the public, and maintain records.

• 50% – Greet visitors, collect and account for fees, and disseminate information. Work at entrance stations, campgrounds or other visitor contact stations using electronic cash registers, credit card verification equipment, and computerized reservation and reporting systems.
• 20% – Provide answers to visitor questions concerning the specific park area, and explain the area’s recreational opportunities, interpretive services, concessions and campground availability.
• 15% – Distribute brochures, maps and provide directions/routes of travel throughout the park; inform visitors of potential safety hazards.
• 10% – Issue admission receipts in accordance with established guidelines.
• 5% – Perform general maintenance and cleaning as required.

• 50% – Perform maintenance of facilities and grounds to ensure they conform to established standards, mow and trim grass, install signage, pick up litter, clean public use areas, remove trees and brush, construct or repair kiosks, mitigate and resolve potential safety concerns, and maintain parking areas, roads and trail surfaces.
• 20% – Manage properties and their facilities to protect public health and safety; conduct building and designated use inspections.
• 15% – Operate and maintain equipment such as lawn mowers, weed trimmers, power tools, sprayers, etc.
• 15% – Fill and grade park roads, patch blacktop, and maintain culverts and shoulders.

• 55% – Under direction of the property manager, provide on‑site educational programs and activities to organized school, social, and other groups as well as the general public; perform necessary clerical, custodial, and administrative functions to support education programs.
• 30% – Develop, distribute, and place publications, signage, and other materials to facilitate non‑personal interpretive activities; work with other staff to develop, place, and monitor signage for hiking and interpretive trails, static display areas, ponds, arboretums, and other education points.
• 15% – Assist with outreach, promotion, and public relations for the property; assist property manager and park staff in developing and hosting special events.

These positions pay between $14.00 and $17.00 per hour and are in pay schedule and range 05‑64 (Park Ranger), 02‑10 (Visitor Services Associate), and 03‑10 (Park Technician / Facilities Repair Worker). Salary will be based on the applicant’s experience and the specific position offered.

This is a Limited Term…