College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Forestry

Various, MI

7501-25-PARK-021

12/02/2024

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Imagine spending time in some of Michigan's most beautiful destinations? These part- and full- time seasonal positions are perfect for those laying the foundation for a career in natural resources, keeping busy in retirement and/or wanting to spend their summer in Michigan state parks, boating facilities, state forest campgrounds and other outdoor spaces.

Join the more than 1,300 seasonal park workers hired each spring/summer/fall! You'll have the opportunity to shape the customer experience all while learning valuable skills and working as part of a team. As a frontline staff member, you'll help answer visitor questions, register campers, clean park buildings, mow grass, maintain trails and more.

Join a legacy! Many DNR employees started their careers as seasonal park workers and have since transitioned to fulfilling roles as rangers, park supervisors, accounting assistants, trail coordinators, and many more.

Interested in a position?

To express interest, provide your contact info and work location(s) where you're interested in working. It should take less than five minutes.

• Starting hourly rate: $15.25 (Effective 1/5/2025).
• Flexible scheduling (up to 1,040 hours between April and October 2025) including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Position may qualify for academic or internship credit. Applicants should contact their academic advisor for eligibility requirements.
• 18 years of age or possession of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Required to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. 

*Lodging and/or camping accommodations are not provided.

To learn about these and other DNR job opportunities, visit Michigan.gov/DNRJobs. There are also year-round positions available at the Ralph A. MacMullan Center in Roscommon and the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit.

Required Education and Experience

Education 

No specific amount is required.  

Experience 

No specific type or amount is required.

Additional Requirements and Information

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Some positions in this class may be assigned duties that require the application of pesticides, which may require certification or registration as a pesticide applicator in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976.

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/StateWorker_13041_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)