PARK RANGER 2 - COMMISSIONED

State of Nevada; Laughlin (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Bend State Recreation Area near Laughlin seeks commissioned Park Rangers to support operations, enforce regulations, and assist visitors. The role involves patrolling, training seasonal staff, and maintaining facilities to ensure safety and enjoyment for park guests.

Housing is available for this position. The job includes program development, interpretive activities, and coordination with the park supervisor to uphold public safety and preserve natural resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of professional park ranger experience.
• Or one year of experience as a Park Ranger I (Commissioned) in Nevada State service.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in day-to-day park operation and maintenance.
• Train, supervise and evaluate seasonal personnel; manage visitor services.
• Enforce laws, investigate incidents, issue citations, and respond to emergencies.
• Develop and implement interpretive programs and special events.
• Monitor resources and assist in planning and environmental education.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Park operations knowledge

Supervision and training

Public safety & emergency response

Education

Bachelor's degree in park management / related field

Job description

Big Bend State Recreation Area is a popular, water-based recreation site located 5 miles south of Laughlin. Typical activities are boating, jet skiing, fishing and camping. The Mojave Desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Park Rangers assist in overall park management and in larger parks are typically responsible for specific areas of management such as fee collection, seasonal employee supervision, visitor center oversight, resource management, or Law Enforcement. Nevada State Park Rangers are generalists, typical duties include cleaning and maintaining park buildings/grounds. Other duties include gathering visitor information/statistics, collecting and accounting for fees, responding to visitor inquiries, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. Incumbents prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities.

At Big Bend of the Colorado, intensive summer visitation requires extended periods of fast paced work. Schedule will vary by season. This position will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep peace, and respond to emergency situations as required. Nevada POST Law Enforcement Academy training will be provided. Housing is available with this position (3 beds, 2 bath).

Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation, and maintenance activities at an assigned State park.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, education, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, history/folklore, wildlife management, museum management, park interpretation, business or public administration, criminal justice, or related field, and one year of professional park ranger experience in park operations and maintenance; OR one year of experience as a Park Ranger I (Commissioned) in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in day-to-day park operation and maintenance projects; train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned seasonal personnel; clean and maintain park buildings, grounds, offices, restrooms, and vehicles; schedule and assign personnel to collect fees, staff visitor centers, and conduct tours.
• Gather, record and audit information related to visitor use and fees collected; take inventory and submit supply requests; prepare activity reports on areas of responsibility; make reservations and respond to letters and telephone inquiries; operate park weather station, sales outlet and water safety and control devices at the park.
• Enforce laws and regulations including applicable State laws, county ordinances, and park rules and policies; investigate accidents, write citations, make arrests, conduct search and rescue operations, respond to emergency situations, and interact with other law enforcement agencies to preserve the peace and protect park visitors.
• Implement the resource management plan; identify resource problems; develop solutions and initiate projects for resource preservation and rehabilitation.
• Participate in planning, developing, and conducting special events and on-going interpretive activities such as tours, hikes, displays, exhibits, talks and visitor centers to inform park visitors of park attractions, flora, fauna, cultural and natural history, and environmental education.
• Under the general supervision of a Park Supervisor, incumbents perform the full range of duties outlined in the series concept. This is the journey level in the series.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Abilities

• General knowledge of: natural and cultural history of the assigned park and surrounding areas; ecological concepts; laws, policies and practices related to park operations; personnel practices and principles used in supervision; inventory techniques required to maintain operating supplies; basic fire suppression techniques as applied to grass, brush, and forest areas.
• Ability to: make oral and visual presentations to groups to provide information about State parks; enforce laws and regulations and perform law enforcement duties as required by the assignment; work effectively in situations involving argumentative or combative individuals; render emergency medical assistance including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to park visitors as necessary; and all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower level.
• This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.