Off-Park Ranger

South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

May Forest State Park in Charleston County seeks a dedicated position to assist with the operation, maintenance, and development of a brand-new state park. The role will support administrative activities and public-facing programs guiding community engagement.

The incumbent will work closely with agency stakeholders, deliver public speaking engagements, and help advance May Forest State Park initiatives and progress development.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Park Management or related field with 1 year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative activities including receiving and documenting revenues, preparing reports and making payments.
• Supervise operational areas such as retail sales, day-use areas, camping, cabins and other overnight facilities.
• Provide office support including calls, correspondence, document filing and retrieval systems.
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on buildings and grounds as needed.
• Interpret cultural and natural resources for park visitors and educate the public.
• Support public relations, education and recreation activities; enforce park rules and policies.
• Collaborate with agency teams and stakeholders; participate in agency projects throughout the year.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Merchandising

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Park Management

Job description

Job Responsibilities

May Forest State Park is located on James Island at the end of Fort Johnson Road. The 23 acres, once owned by the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy, is rich with history dating back to the Archaic Period. The property includes a canopy of live oaks, native plants and exotic vegetation. By far, the stand‑out feature of May Forest is the stunning view of the Charleston Harbor, where visitors can see a beautiful perspective of Charleston. One can point out the famous Battery, the Cooper River Bridge, the Yorktown and all the way to Sullivan’s Island. Visitors can enjoy the serenity of this majestic property, take in the breathtaking scenery, picnic on the bluff, enjoy the screened gazebo or relax in a swing. Guests can also view a wide variety of wildlife, from catching a glimpse of dolphins playing in the harbor, coastal birds, raccoons and squirrels to name only a few.

Job Responsibilities

May Forest State Park is located on James Island at the end of Fort Johnson Road. The 23 acres, once owned by the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy, is rich with history dating back to the Archaic Period. The property includes a canopy of live oaks, native plants and exotic vegetation. By far, the stand‑out feature of May Forest is the stunning view of the Charleston Harbor, where visitors can see a beautiful perspective of Charleston. One can point out the famous Battery, the Cooper River Bridge, the Yorktown and all the way to Sullivan’s Island. Visitors can enjoy the serenity of this majestic property, take in the breathtaking scenery, picnic on the bluff, enjoy the screened gazebo or relax in a swing. Guests can also view a wide variety of wildlife, from catching a glimpse of dolphins playing in the harbor, coastal birds, raccoons and squirrels to name only a few.

Job Purpose And Duties

The purpose of this position is to assists with the overall operation, maintenance, and the development process of a brand-new state park. The off-park ranger performs diversified duties as governed by general instruction, policies and standard operating procedures of the department. This position will work closely with agency stakeholders and perform public speaking engagements that help educate the community on May Forest State Park initiatives and progress development.

• Assists with the administrative activities to include, but not limited to, receiving and documenting revenues, preparing reports and making payments in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Assists with the operational activities to include supervising specific areas such as retail sales, day use areas, camping, cabins and other overnight accommodations or special use facilities.
• Provides a variety of office functions related to callers, correspondence, document file and retrieval system, etc.
• Performs maintenance and repair activities on buildings and grounds.
• Interprets the cultural and natural resources of the State Park Service to park visitors..
• Improve public relation activities, educational and recreational activities as required. Enforces Park rules, regulations and policies within his/her authority.
• Practice and promote teamwork within the work unit/office, throughout the agency and with external agency stakeholders. Represents office as an active member on agency teams assigned throughout the year.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Associates degree in Park Management or related field with (1) year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Position requires medium to heavy lifting, walking and standing on uneven terrain, crawling and working at heights. Exposure to weather conditions, cleaning agents and other material used in maintaining park facilities and grounds.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, merchandising and applicable sales principles and practices. Knowledge of applicable terminology and research practices. Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and organizational functions. Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to train other employees. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina Driver's License.

Additional Comments

Actual Job Location: May Forest State Park
Full-time, 40 hours per week rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.

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