Game & Parks Temporary Park Worker III

About this role

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission

• Agency 33

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$17.132

Job Posting:

JR2026-00029745 Game & Parks Temporary Park Worker III (Open)

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Job Description:

Schedule: Saturdays, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (6 hours/week required; additional hours available based on schedule and facility needs)

The Turpin Outdoor Education Center is seeking a reliable, safety-focused individual to serve as a Firearm Range Safety Officer (RSO). In this role, you will oversee weekly public open shoot hours, maintain strict range safety standards, supervise shooting line activities, and provide outstanding customer service to facility visitors and target shooters of all experience levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & Range Supervision: Serve as the primary RSO on duty. Conduct mandatory safety briefings, monitor active shooting lanes, enforce range safety protocols, and address unsafe behaviors immediately.
• Visitor & Customer Service: Greet patrons, answer inquiries regarding facility policies and firearm regulations, and help foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for all shooters.
• Facility Support: Maintain cleanliness on the line, assist with opening/closing duties, and support operational needs as requested.

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

At least three months experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction, hospitality, historical, retail or customer service setting, agricultural setting, or related coursework/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable exercising professional authority to ensure absolute safety on the firing line.
• Experience interacting with the public in an educational or recreational setting.
• Other:
• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
• Certification: Current NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) certification required (or ability to obtain certification upon hire).

Availability: Must be available to work every Saturday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. (Additional hours during the week/weekend may be offered based on your availability and facility operational needs.)

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Benefits

Select temporary assignments are eligible for benefits! This includes health, dental, and long/short term disability.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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