Salary: $31,200.00 - $45,622.00 AnnuallyLocation : New Hanover County, NCJob Type: Permanent Full-TimeJob Number: 24-13862 AQM60034893Department: Dept of Natural and Cultural ResourcesDivision: AquariumsOpening Date: 11/22/2024Closing Date: 12/9/2024 5:00 PM EasternJob Class Title: General Utility WorkerPosition Number: 60034893Section: NC Aquariums/Fort FisherSalary Grade: NC01Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $37,252Description of WorkSIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy Payout contingent on funding availability Position will function as a General Utility Worker with Housekeeping duties for the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort FisherRecruitment Salary: $31,200 - $37,252(This is a range. Selected candidate's salary will be determined within this range based on qualifications, equity, and funding at the time of hire.)Click here to learn about employee perks and benefitsClick here to see the Total Compensation CalculatorThis position is located at:900 Loggerhead RdKure Beach, NC 28449Primary Purpose of this Position: The North Carolina Aquariums at Fort Fisher is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a General Utility Worker. This is a manual work position consisting primarily of tasks associated with housekeeping. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provides general housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, removal of trash, cleaning windows, cleaning restrooms, cleaning and sanitizing, and general policing of the facility. Responsible for performing light maintenance work such as changing light bulbs, painting, finishing drywall, cleaning roof drains, care of grounds to include mowing, raking, removing unwanted brush, assisting in cleaning entrance roadsides, and assisting with grounds keeping tasks where needed. Tasks include setting up chairs and tables, attending to special lighting and decorative needs, preparing area, cleanup, resetting timers for nighttime events, etc. These events and meetings occur both during and after hours. Additional tasks may include grounds maintenance, vehicle care, and some light building maintenance.Position/Physical Requirements:Weekend, evening, and holiday work will be required.Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid NC driver's license within 90 days of employment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.This position requires working around strong chemicals.Follow us on Social Media at: Learn about the NC Aquariums: https://www.ncaquariums.comwww.facebook.com/NCAquariumFFwww.facebook.com/NCaquariumPKSwww.facebook.com/NCAquariumRI Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesTo receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must have or be able to:Experience with housekeeping (such as office, business, or commercial cleaning).Experience with grounds maintenance.Ability to load and unload or assist with loading and unloading of packages and supplies.Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.Ability to work around strong chemicals. Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsSome state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.Education and/or experience in the performance of a variety of manual tasks that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of experience. Supplemental and Contact InformationSection/Unit Description: The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 20 miles south of Wilmington, NC, in Kure Beach, overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Fear River. A living collection of more than 4,000 animals in 93,000 square feet of exhibit space attracts and engages more than 500,000 visitors each year. The Aquarium is surrounded by protected woodland, marsh, and beach. Visitors often plan to stop at sites adjacent to the Aquarium - Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and historic Fort Fisher Civil War Museum. Fort Fisher Aquarium is a unique place to visit and work. Division Description: The North Carolina Aquarium's mission is to inspire appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environments. This mission is achieved by attracting, retaining, and developing a world class team of professionals; providing visitors with outstanding exhibits, experiences, and customer service; practicing sustainability, internal customer service, and fiscal responsibility; and working to save and restore aquatic species and habitats. Department Information: The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else - parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). CONTACT INFORMATION: N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources/N.C. Aquariums Division of Human Resources Mike Peele 4603 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-4603 Phone: 919-814-6670 employmentdncr.nc.govTechnical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.01 I understand that DNCR requires a complete description of work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information within my application. (If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting.) Yes I understand this requirement. 02 If offered, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $31,200 to $37,252? Yes No 03 Do you have experience with housekeeping (such as office, business, or commercial cleaning)? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit) Yes No 04 Do you have experience performing grounds maintenance? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit) Yes No 05 Do you have the ability to load and unload or assist with loading and unloading of packages and supplies? Yes No 06 This position regularly drives a state-owned vehicle which requires a valid NC driver's license. Please select which statement applies to you: I have a valid NC driver's license. I do not have a valid NC driver's license, but I am able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. I do not have a valid NC driver's license, and I will not be able to obtain one. 07 This position requires evening, weekend, and holiday work, as needed. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No 08 Are you able to lift and carry 50 lbs.? Yes No 09 This position requires working around strong chemicals. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No Required Question
