PARK RANGER

Arizona State Government; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state agency is seeking a Park Ranger to manage and maintain park facilities at Lyman Lake State Park. The role involves maintenance, public safety, and cash handling duties. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a valid driver's license. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Two years as a Park Ranger Specialist or three years in customer service.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs park buildings and facilities.
• Promotes visitor safety and enforces park rules.
• Performs cashier duties at contact station.

Skills

Public relations

Maintenance practices

Driving

Basic curatorial techniques

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners. To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our website at azstateparks.com.

Arizona State Parks and Trails protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. It provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.

PARK RANGER
LYMAN LAKE STATE PARK
**Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings**

Job Location:

Address: 38144 South US HWY 180-191, St. Johns, AZ 85936
(11 mi. S of St. Johns on Hwy 191)

Posting Details:

Salary: $17.50 - $19.00 / per hour

Grade: 16

Closing Date: May 19, 2025

Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks and is responsible for recommending improvement and repair projects, including planning and maintaining park facilities and grounds in a timely manner.

Job Duties:

• Maintenance: Maintains, inspects, repairs all park buildings for problems or hazards; performs carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, vehicle, and equipment repairs.
• Janitorial: Maintains restrooms, disinfects toilets, sinks, water fountains, showers, and restocks supplies. Must pass D.O.C. training to work with inmate crews.
• Outdoor & Trail: Maintains campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, including litter removal, trail maintenance, and debris hauling. Heavy lifting required.
• Public & Staff Safety: Promotes visitor safety, enforces park rules, uses two-way radios, coordinates with officials, and completes incident reports.
• Cash Handling: Performs cashier duties at contact station/gift shop, collects, and accounts for fees.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge: Maintenance techniques, park rules, law enforcement practices, office procedures.
• Skills: Public relations, maintenance practices, driving, basic curatorial techniques.
• Ability: Research natural/historical info, perform math, first aid, communicate effectively, build relationships.

Selective Preferences: Two years of experience as a Park Ranger Specialist or three years in customer service, library, or museum work; or a relevant degree. Equivalent training and experience may be substituted.

Pre-Employment Requirements: Valid Arizona driver’s license, possible certifications (EMT, Electrician, Wastewater), successful completion of E-Verify. Driving is essential.

Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, retirement, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation, wellness, parental leave, and more. Details available on the benefits page.

Retirement: Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension after 27 weeks of employment.

Contact Us: [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. For application support, email [e-mail] or call [phone].