Assistant Park Ranger - Seasonal (26 Weeks) - 6356 - Lake St. George State Park

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days sick leave

3+ weeks vacation leave

Job summary

State of Maine, Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands, Lake St. George State Park, seeks a Seasonal Full Time Assistant Park Ranger for 26 weeks. The role focuses on maintenance and user services, with supervision responsibilities for a small crew.

Work is performed under general supervision at the Lake St. George site. Basic qualifications include following directions and a valid Class C Maine license.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions.
• Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and personal services work for park users at a state park or day use area.
• Direct and oversee activities of a small crew of maintenance and operations personnel.

Skills

Follow directions

Job description

Position Details

Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands Division, is recruiting to fill a Seasonal Full Time (26 Weeks) Assistant Park Ranger position, located at Lake St. George State Park.

Position Number: 01720-6356

Position Type: Seasonal - 26 Weeks*

Class Code: 9209

Grade: 08 (Operations/Maintenance)

Salary: $15.78 - $19.83 Per Hour

Opening Date: October 28, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day November 11, 2026

Location: Lake St. George State Park

Job Summary

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is maintenance and personal services work in providing services to park users at a state park or day use area. Work may also include directing and overseeing the activities of a small crew of maintenance and operations personnel. Work is performed under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to follow directions.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator's license.

General Information

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older (Lifeguards must be 16 or older).

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or have legal authority to work in the U.S.

Housing is provided in the Penobscot River Corridor and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. In general, housing is not provided at the other parks.

Most positions are scheduled to work 40 hours each week, with weekends and some holidays required.

Parks seasonal positions are required to wear uniforms which are provided by the agency.

Job offers to a new hire are 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.

The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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.

Season: 01720-6356 - 26 Weeks (Approximately 04/11/2027 to 10/09/2027)

Benefits

Here’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work.

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 ($12,213.60.68-$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.

EEO Statement

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.