Assistant Park Ranger - Northern Region - Seasonal (15 Weeks) - 6342 - Damariscotta Lake State Park

State of Maine; Jefferson (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maine is hiring an Assistant Park Ranger for a seasonal full-time position at Damariscotta Lake State Park. Responsibilities include providing maintenance and support services to park visitors. Ideal candidates will possess a valid Maine driver's license, be able to follow directions, and must be 18 years or older. Benefits include paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation

Health and dental insurance

Retirement

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Uniforms provided

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and personal services work to park visitors.
• Direct and oversee a small crew of maintenance personnel.
• Work performed under general supervision.

Skills

Ability to follow directions

Job description

ASSISTANT PARK RANGER

Opening Date: June 09, 2025

Closing Date: June 23, 2025

Location: Damariscotta Lake State Park

Position #: 01720-6342

Position Type: Seasonal Full Time - 15 Weeks*

Class Code: 9209

Grade/Salary: Grade 08 - $15.00 - $18.98 Per Hour

*Season: 01720-6342 - 15 Weeks (Approximately 06/08/2025 to 09/20/2025)

The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands Division, is recruiting to fill a Seasonal Full Time Assistant Park Ranger position (15 weeks) at Damariscotta State Park.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This role involves maintenance and personal services work providing services to park visitors at a state park or day-use area. Responsibilities may include directing and overseeing a small crew of maintenance and operations personnel. Work is performed under general supervision.

FOR QUESTIONS, please contact the Park Manager, Dylan Van Savage, at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to follow directions.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT:

• Applicants must be 18 years or older (Lifeguards must be 16+)
• Must be U.S. Citizens or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Housing provided at Penobscot River Corridor and Allagash Wilderness Waterway; limited housing elsewhere.
• Most positions require 40 hours/week, including weekends and some holidays.
• Uniforms are provided by the agency.

Application process details, including how to apply online or via mail, are provided in the original description.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health and dental insurance, retirement, wellness programs, parental leave, and more.

Our workplace promotes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If interested, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every listed qualification, as diverse experiences and backgrounds are valued.