Park Ranger

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Park Ranger to join our team at the State of Connecticut. As a Park Ranger, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our state parks, as well as providing excellent customer service to visitors.

• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of state parks
• Provide excellent customer service to visitors
• Assist with park maintenance and repairs
• Participate in environmental education and outreach programs

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years of experience in park maintenance or a related field
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing situations
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Experience with park maintenance equipment and tools
• Knowledge of environmental education and outreach principles
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a variety of weather conditions

• Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate
• Incumbents may be required to meet any of the following: Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides. College training in a specific field. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.

• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class
• Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills

As a State of Connecticut employee, you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, but the time to enjoy your own.

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.)
• Retirement Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance
• State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Holidays