Office Assistant
Temporary/Seasonal Position
at
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
Emporia Research and Survey Office
The Emporia Research and Survey Office has an opportunity available immediately for a temporary/seasonal office assistant for a maximum of 999 hours per calendar year.
We are looking for a detail-orientated person who is great with customers and has extensive computer knowledge. This individual may pick a mutually agreed upon recurring schedule between Monday and Friday within the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Example: Monday, Tuesday, and Fridays from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm) with additional flexibility to fill in on occasion. Priority will be given to applicants who can work on Fridays. This person will typically work 20 hours per week or more as needed.
Duties:
Assist walk-in and phone customers by
- Greeting customers with a friendly and helpful attitude,
- Selling licenses and permits,
- Answering questions regarding hunting, fishing, boating, state parks, public lands, pertinent laws and regulations, agency services, functions, policies, procedures, wildlife damage, and animal damage control, and
- Taking messages or redirecting customers as needed.
Assist KDWP research staff by
- Processing incoming and outgoing mail and surveys,
- Entering survey data,
- Organizing and restocking department brochures and literature,
- Filling in as needed when full time staff take leave or have appointments,
- Assisting with special projects, and
- Maintaining a professional attitude.
Wage: Starting wage is $13.00 per hour.
Minimum Requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- Punctual and reliable with the ability to work daytime hours. Max hours per year: 999 hours.
- Must answer phones and greet and assist walk in customers.
- Excellent communication with customers and staff.
- Must assist in selling agency permits and licenses.
- Must be able to navigate and use basic computer programs and internet.
- Comply with department rules and regulations.
For additional information contact Susan Steffen at 620-341-0220.
How to Apply:
- Complete a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) employment application. You may obtain an application online at https://ksoutdoors.com/KDWP-Info/Jobs/Employment-Application-Additional-Info or pick up a paper copy at any KDWP office.
- Submit your completed application by email (preferred method) to steffen@ks.gov, in-person at the KDWP Emporia Research and Survey office at 1830 Merchant Street,
OR by mail to: Kansas Dept. of Wildlife and Parks
Attn: Susan Steffen
PO Box 1525
Emporia, KS 66801
Closing Date: June 3, 2024
Interested applicants should apply immediately as we will fill the position as soon as possible. Priority will be given to applicants who can work on Fridays. We reserve the right to conduct a background check on qualified applicants.
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact agency recruiter Laverne Taylor at 620-672-5911 if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process. KDWP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
