Summer 24 Seasonal Ranger I

4 weeks ago

South Carver, United States DCR - Urban Parks & Recreation Full time

POSITION INFORMATION:

- Position: Seasonal Ranger I, 2nd shift
- Location: Myles Standish State Forest
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: 10/14/24
- Number of openings: 1

**Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.**

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. DCR is a dynamic agency, and is one of the largest park systems in the nation. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position Seasonal Ranger I

Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. Work schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. This position works a 2nd shift schedule and may require working weekends and/or holidays

DUTIES:
Patrol facilities to promote compliance with rules and regulations, protect natural and park resources, and enhance visitor experience through providing a presence and being available for visitor information; coordinate with law enforcement officials for appropriate regulatory action; and perform related work as required.
- Park Rangers normally work a forty-hour week (which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedule and days off are at the discretion of the supervisor). Uniforms and training are provided; park housing is not.
Conduct patrols, either in a vehicle, on a bicycle or on foot, effectively utilizing techniques and available resources, to enforce applicable laws and regulations, provide visitor services, assess facility resources, assist visitors with first aid, and other public services as required.
Maintain an inventory of and maintain the condition of issued equipment.
Complete Bureau records, reports, files, and logs.
- Attend seminars, workshops, training sessions, etc., in order to maintain proficiencies.
Participate in search and rescue operations in accordance with agency policy.
Provide informal and, occasionally, formal information/educational programs, demonstrations, and materials for schools and civic groups as required, in areas such as Ranger programs, park activities and services, outdoor skills, natural and cultural history and search and rescue.
Respond and assist park staff at major incidents, snow and ice operations, special events, occasionally assist at statewide incidents or functions.
- Perform related duties as assigned. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.
- Preferred Qualifications:

- Knowledge of the standard procedures and techniques followed in foot, auto or other types of patrols.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of park or resource management.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreational programming.
Knowledge of general ecology and cultural history study, practice and principles.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques for presenting media productions, and drafting brochures and exhibits.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.
Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Ability to speak effectively before the public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and through observing and interviewing individuals.
Ability to accurately record information provided orally

**Qualifications**

Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in park or resource management, environmental education, water resources or water supply management, or natural/cultural history interpretation or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in park or recreation management, natural resource management, water resources management, environmental education, or park interpretation may be substituted for the required experience.*
- Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements:
1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.
2. Possession of a current and valid CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) certificate from the American Red Cross or the American heart Association.

**Comprehensive Benefits**

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