Office Specialist

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location

Ponca, NE

Hiring Rate

$16.277

Job Posting

JR2025-00013728 Office Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

03-10-2025

Job Description

Ponca State Park is currently seeking a welcoming and customer-focused Office Specialist. In this role, you'll share park information, efficiently manage campground and lodging reservations, and elevate guest experiences through sales and administrative support. We're searching for an ideal candidate with excellent communication skills, a passion for exceptional customer service, multitasking abilities, and a friendly demeanor. Join our team to help create a welcoming landscape for visitors to enjoy. Join our team to help create a welcoming landscape for visitors to enjoy. Nebraska's amazing wildlife, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation is waiting for you!

Job Duties

• Oversee the selling of permits, cabin and camping reservations, and resale.
• Perform office duties such as deposits, processing invoice and purchase logs, and creating park area financial reports.
• Guide temporary clerical support staff to ensure completion of tasks.
• Provide park information and related services to visitors by phone or in person.
• Schedule, confirm, and check in/out reservations for cabins and campgrounds for guests by phone and/or in person.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.
  
  

What we can offer you

• Hands-on training and opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Most of all a fun and flexible workplace!
  
  

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency. OR Experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.

Other: Driver's license is required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public to exchange information and establish working relationships.
• File, maintain, and retrieve records using established computer systems, handle multiple tasks, and operate computer, reservation, and POS systems.
• Train staff in park office policies and procedures.
• Ability to be flexible with hours and work weekends and holidays.
  
  

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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