Seasonal Employees South Pass City Historic Site 2026

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Rooted in Wyoming’s only gold rush, South Pass City State Historic Site is an amazing place to work and live. Located between the southern end of the Wind River Range and the Red Desert, the 400-acre historic site features a truly unique history. Gold was discovered here in 1867 and the town once boasted 2000 residents. Now many of the original buildings and the Carissa Mine remain. Today, our staff work together to create engaging and lasting experiences for over 15,000 visitors per year.We are looking to add 4 team members to our summer season. Team members will learn all aspects of the site and will work within interpretation and facility maintenance. The employment season is from May 1 through November 1.Re-create yourself with an inspiring career in Wyoming’s outdoors! Explore the many possibilities with Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, and Outdoor Recreation. Watch our recruitment video here:span class=”fr-mk” style=”display: none;”/spanspan class=”fr-mk” style=”display: none;”/spanspan class=”fr-mk” style=”display: none;”/spanPlease refer to the Essential Functions for each category of the seasonal position we offer for more detailed information about job duties.Human Resources Contact: , 307-777-7010ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Lead public & school tours of South Pass City, Carissa Mill & English Tunnel.
Demonstrate historic mining & milling equipment
Review historical documents & images for use in interpretive programs
Assist in handling fragile, rare & unique historic objects
Scan and transcribe old documents into electronic format for research & exhibits
Assist with maintaining historic exhibits
Assist with all public events
Maintenance of historic and modern structures; painting & simple projects
Perform daily janitorial work
Grounds Keeping; mowing & trimming

Qualifications PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:For all seasonal positions, preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate excellent customer service. Preference may be given to applicants who are attending or have attended college or university in any of the natural resources, history, cultural resource management, interpretative services, mining, engineering, military operations, or transportation.
**Must have a valid driver’s license.
**Must be at least 16 years of age.KNOWLEDGE:

Skills in public speaking and communication
Small tools, landscaping equipment, and power equipment
Safe use of ladders and scaffolding
Ability to manage & complete multiple projects with variable timelines and scopes of work
Microsoft, Google Docs, or similar skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None – See “Preferences”Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds, with or without assistance.
Working weekends is required.
All positions are 40 hours per week.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Housing is provided.
Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.

Supplemental Information Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.Non Benefit Position01(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
Associate’s Degree
Associate’s Degree and additional coursework
Bachelor’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree and additional coursework
Master’s Degree
Master’s Degree and additional coursework
Doctorate Degree
Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
None of the Above

02(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
N/A

03Do you have experience providing excellent customer skills? If yes, please describe your experience in the box below.04Have you attended or are you currently attending a college or university in any of the following fields: natural resources, history, cultural resource management, interpretative services, mining, engineering, military operations, or transportation? If yes, please provide details in the box below.05Do you have a valid driver’s license?

06Are you at least 16 years of age?

07(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
Indeed
LinkedIn
Zip Recruiter
Wyoming Workforce Center
Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
Career Fair
Human Resources Division
Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
Current State Employee
Other

08(A1) If you selected “Current State Employee” please provide the employee’s first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.09(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.10(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans’ preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans’ preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans’ preference disclosure.

Yes
No
I am not a veteran

11(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran’s military service, and wish to claim veterans’ preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans’ preference status. By requesting veterans’ preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

Current State Employee
Veteran – DD214 Attached
Disabled Veteran (10% or more) – DD214 and Veteran’s Disability Determination Attached
Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran – DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
None of the above

12(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume’ is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

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