Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve Maintenance

Introduction

The DNERR has two main components, the Blackbird Creek Reserve in Townsend and the St. Jones Reserve in Dover. These sites include both brackish and freshwater estuaries, and represent the diverse estuarine ecosystems found throughout the Mid‑Atlantic region. Click on this link for more information about the Climate, Coastal & Energy.

A seasonal maintenance position is available at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR), in the Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy. This position is responsible for providing a varied set of duties based on the operational priorities of the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve. Duties can include mowing, trimming, trash pick‑up, janitorial services including cleaning of restrooms, snow and leaf removal, landscape maintenance, invasive species removal, tree/brush removal, trail maintenance, equipment repair and maintenance and other duties as needed.

This is a casual seasonal 29.5 hours/week position, with anticipated hire dates of April through mid November 2026. Work is performed under various weather conditions. Additional work on weekends, evenings and holidays may be scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, trail maintenance, landscape bed maintenance, trash removal, vegetation removal, leaf removal and snow/ice removal.
• Performs custodial services in restrooms, offices, and other buildings.
• Operation of landscaping equipment and use of hand and power tools.
• Set‑up, monitoring and clean‑up support for programs and special events.
• Provide excellent customer service and information to visitors.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Duties will vary for each position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Maintenance – Custodial/Grounds.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience using landscaping equipment and hand or power tools. (Grounds only)
• Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked, or cancelled, or disqualified from driving.)

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non‑pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits. This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H‑1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire’s Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide…