Allagash Park Ranger - 3061 - Penobscot River Corridor

Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry; Chesuncook Township (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Job summary

This Allagash Park Ranger position is a seasonal role within the Bureau of Parks and Lands, Chesuncook Lake, Maine. It involves maintenance, resource protection, campsite upkeep, fee collection, and facility repairs in a remote recreational setting.

You may supervise a small number of staff and volunteers while living on-site. Training will cover Wilderness First Aid, chainsaw operation, and boating Skills, with housing provided as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of park maintenance experience.
• Valid Class C Maine license and knowledge of boats/canoes on large waters.
• Ability to work remotely and operate varied equipment.

Responsibilities

• Resource protection and rule enforcement.
• Campsite maintenance and fee collection.
• Repair of facilities and maintenance of records.
• Monitor public use and respond to incidents.
• Potential supervision of staff/volunteers.
• Train in wilderness first aid, chainsaw, and boat operation.

Skills

Wilderness First Aid

Boat operation

Chainsaw operation

Remote work readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vehicles operation

Motorboats

Radio systems

Power tools

Canoes

Generators & solar systems

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY

BUREAU OF PARKS AND LANDS

ALLAGASH PARK RANGER

Opening Date: November 02, 2026 Closing Date: End of the day November 16, 2026 Location: Penobscot River Corridor - Chesuncook Lake Position Number: 01720-3061 Position Type: Seasonal - 25 Weeks* Class Code: 9208 Grade: 15 (Operations/Maintenance) Salary: $17.81 - $24.28 Per Hour

Season: 01720-3061 - 25 Weeks - Approximately 04/25/2027 to 10/16/2027 Hours: 91 hours per two-week pay period Housing is provided as a condition of employment.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is maintenance and personal services work in a remote recreational environment in the Penobscot River Corridor. Typical duties include resource protection, rule enforcement, campsite maintenance, collecting fees, repairing facilities as needed, monitoring public use, responding to incidents, and maintaining equipment and records. The person in this position will assist other PRC districts as needed. The person in this position will be trained and certified in Wilderness First Aid, chainsaw operation, and boat operation as a requirement of this position. The person in this position may supervise a small number of employees and volunteers. This person must be able to live and work independently in remote conditions and must be able to, safely and efficiently, operate a range of equipment including vehicles, motorboats, radio systems, canoes with and without motors, chainsaws, and other power and hand tools. For questions specific to the position, please contact Tammy Bishop at: [e-mail]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience in park maintenance and operation or equivalent.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license. Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge and qualifications in the following areas: Knowledge and experience operating and maintaining boats and canoes with or without different sized outboard motors on large bodies of water. Knowledge and experience working in a remote wilderness park. Knowledge and experience maintaining and operating generators, solar systems, and chainsaws. Applicants must also be able to meet the required training and certification requirements within a timeframe determined by the supervisor based on training opportunities. A job offer to a new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal record, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three references must be made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference. Anyone who meets the minimum qualifications of the position may apply. The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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