Grandfather Mountain will hold a job fair to prepare for its 2023 season.
On Feb. 15, from 2-5 p.m., the Linville, N.C.-based nonprofit nature park and preserve will welcome job-seekers as it tries to fill roles across nine departments.
"This is a fun place to work, and we are planning a fun event. We look forward to meeting everyone and sharing all the employment opportunities the organization is offering this year," Tommy Oakley, operations manager for the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, said in a news release.
The event will take place at Mildred's Grill, the nature park's restaurant in the new Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Attendees will be able to talk with staff members from each department, learn about Grandfather Mountain's open positions, and enter to win door prizes.
Job openings are available in the following departments:
- Education
- Entrance Gate
- Facilities
- Food and Beverage
- Habitats
- Maintenance (Full-time)
- Natural Resource Management
- Park Support/Operations
- Retail
The park said most positions are seasonal unless otherwise noted. Seasonal employment typically runs from March or April through October or early November, and applicants of all ages, including high school and college students, are welcome to apply.
No advance registration is required to attend the event. Casual or business casual attire is welcome, and bringing resume copies to share is encouraged. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn more about job openings at Grandfather Mountain here.