Intermittent Natural Resources Technician ; Appalachian Hills Visitor Center

Job Description - Intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 (Appalachian Hills Visitor Center) - ,  )

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information : hro.gov or

Feb 17, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

United States of America-OHIO-Morgan County-Mc Connelsville

Compensation : $19.47/hr

Part-time - Work Hours :
Variable - Union : OCSEA

General Maintenance

Technical Skills :
Customer Service, Equipment Operations, Grounds & Landscaping

Professional Skills :
Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission "To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all." Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio's people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for a Natural Resources Technician 1 - Appalachian Hills Visitor Center (2 positions available - Morgan County), within the Division of Wildlife, within the state of Ohio. The address is 110 Natural Resource 1 McConnelsville, OH 43756. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

• Support the planning and implementation of education and interpretive programs.
• Provide assistance with the care and maintenance of bison and/or other on-site livestock, including feeding, watering, fence inspections and repairs, and animal health reporting.
• Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of on-site aquaria to ensure proper animal health and conditions.
• Perform general facility maintenance duties, including cleaning, landscaping, mowing, and other assigned tasks.
• Interact with the public to promote a safe, welcoming environment and deliver educational and interpretive visitor experiences.
• Answers inquiries from the public & distributes general information.

• Year-round, intermittent seasonal

• 20-40 Hours/Week (Typically 8 hour days but may include some long days, up to 12 hours)
• May include unusual working hours (e.g., weekends and/or holidays, early mornings and/or late evenings)
• Applicants will be expected to work in inclement weather conditions and unusual working conditions such as cold and hot weather as well as rough, uneven, or wet terrain.
• Applicants may be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes and noise; may be exposed to chemicals; may work in, on or near water; may be exposed to outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy, and poison sumac).

This is a maximum duration, 1000-hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Wildlife. The location for this position is:

• Appalachian Hills Visitor Center, Morgan County

At the State of Ohio, we…