PARK RANGER 2 – COMMISSIONED – UNDERFILL

State of Nevada; Panaca (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada's Nevada Division of State Parks is seeking a Park Ranger 2 underfilling for a Park Supervisor 2 to manage Cathedral Gorge State Park, the Regional Visitor Center near Panaca, and Beaver Dam State Park. The role includes supervising staff, budget oversight, maintenance, and public safety duties in a commission-based environment.

Residency in Nevada is mandatory, with eligibility for transfer from Park Ranger I and potential completion of the NV POST academy if not already

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in park management or related field.
• One year of professional park ranger experience in park operations and maintenance.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in day-to-day park operation and maintenance projects.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned seasonal personnel.
• Clean and maintain park buildings, grounds, offices, restrooms, and vehicles.
• Schedule and assign personnel to collect fees and staff visitor centers.
• Enforce state laws, park rules, and safety procedures; respond to emergencies.
• Develop and implement resource management plans and special events.

Job description

Job Summary

The Nevada Division of State Parks is seeking to fill a Park Ranger 2 underfilling for a Park Supervisor 2. This position is responsible for the management of Cathedral Gorge State Park and the Regional Visitor Center near Panaca, and Beaver Dam State Park 36 miles from Caliente. The 1,784-acre Cathedral Gorge is world renowned for the dramatic clay spirals throughout the park, remnants of a Pliocene-era lakebed. The park also maintains a 24/7 RV campground, hiking/mt. bike trails and the Regional Visitor Center. Beaver Dam State Park is 5,629 acres and offers primitive camping sites, scenic vistas, hiking/UTV trails and stream fishing for trout. Management responsibilities include supervision of permanent and seasonal employees, various administrative duties including budget development and oversight, collection and safeguarding of fees, overall maintenance and operations, employee performance evaluations, completion of routine and special reports. The incumbent must make decisions regarding resources, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. This is a commissioned (Law Enforcement) position with public safety responsibilities and is required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends in a variety of weather conditions. Park residency, at this location, is mandatory. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their ability to work in this geographical location. Since this is a commissioned position, the successful candidate, if not currently NV POST certified, would have to successfully complete a NV POST approved Category 1 Peace Officer Academy. The cost of the academy would be paid by the agency.
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation, and maintenance activities at an assigned State park.

Essential 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.

Job Duties

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, Skills, and Abilities

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.

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.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.