DCNR Ranger (Seasonal Full-Time) - Presque Isle State Park
DCNR Ranger (Seasonal Full-Time) - Presque Isle State Park
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you someone who finds solace and joy in the awe-inspiring beauty of nature Are you driven by the desire to connect with people and create meaningful experiences for them If so then the role of a DCNR Ranger is tailor-made for you. Each day in this role offers exciting new chances to motivate and assist visitors on their adventures. Presque Isle State Park is currently looking for a seasonal full-time DCNR Ranger to enhance our team. Embrace this opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring the park remains a cherished space for public enjoyment and relaxation where unforgettable memories are made.
Watch this video to see how DCNR Rangers make Pennsylvania a better place to work live and play!DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position you will be responsible for conducting patrols throughout the parks within Presque Isle and/or Erie Bluffs State Parks utilizing various modes of transportation such as motor vehicles bicycles or on foot to monitor visitor activities.Additionally the role encompasses responsibilities at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center public safety building marina office maintenance buildings Presque Isle Lighthouse and pavilions/shelters at Erie Bluffs when necessary. Duties include raising flags providing visitor information and tours checking on pavilion renters and marina patrons answering phone and radio calls issuing launch permits handling bank deposits managing mail and assisting with attendance records daily reports incident logs accident reports lost and found dogs and other related documentation.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Seasonal full-time employment without benefits
- Shift hours and days vary due to operational need 8 hour shifts 5 days per week.
- Weekends holidays and all shifts as needed at 40 hours per week.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:- Successful completion of the DCNR Ranger Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration) program; or
- Completion of a department approved law enforcement training program and 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences natural resource management park management parks or outdoor recreation forestry environmental education ecology wildlife management or in a closely related field; or
- One year of experience as a forest or park ranger at a park or recreational facility which includes the authority to exercise the powers of arrest.
Special Requirements:- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.
- All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
- All employees must obtain commission as a State Park or State Forest Officer and maintain this commission for the duration of employment in this job.
- All employees must obtain valid certification in standard first aid and adult child and infant CPR approved by the American Red Cross American Heart Association or equivalent during the probationary period.
- All employees must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). Failure to pass this test is a basis for removal from the position.
- All employees must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI Criminal Background Checks. A record of conviction of a criminal offense for which more than one year in prison can be imposed as punishment is a basis for removal from the position.
Other Requirements:
- This position requires employees to successfully pass a physical fitness test within 6 months of the start of employment. Click here to learn more about these requirements.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police clearance PA Child Abuse history clearance and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
- In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 this position is required to complete Child Abuse Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Employment Type
Full-Time
