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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Recreation, Parks and Tourism Management Department (RPTM) is currently seeking a part-time data technician. This position consists mainly of weekends with some weekdays available, starting immediately.

Job Duties:

• Conduct fact-to-face interviews

• Conduct visitor counts at various locations in the Pinchot and Weiser State Forests

Requirements and qualifications:

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to follow directions

• Detail-oriented

• Ability to work independently in remote locations

• Responsible individual with a polite, courteous, and friendly demeanor

• Willingness and ability to drive long distances

• Willingness to work in all weather conditions

• Knowledge and skill in written/oral communication

• Ability to conduct interviews with recreation users

• Coordinate data collection with project supervisor on a daily basis

• This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

• Must be available to work weekends

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