PARK RANGER 3 - COMMISSIONED

State of Nevada (NV); Yerington (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Park housing provided

Job summary

State of Nevada seeks a commissioned Park Ranger for Walker River State Recreation Area, with primary duties at Flying M Ranch. You’ll supervise seasonal staff, manage diverse resources, and perform fieldwork and admin tasks to ensure safe park operation.

The role includes law enforcement responsibilities, maintenance, interpretive programs, and emergency response; residency is required in provided housing near Yerington, NV. Extensive collaboration with the Park Supervisor III is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in park management 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate 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; take inventory and submit supply requests; prepare activity reports on areas of responsibility; make reservations and respond to letters and telephone inquiries.
• Enforce laws and regulations including state laws, county ordinances and park rules; investigate accidents, write citations, make arrests, conduct search and rescue operations, respond to emergencies, and interact with other law enforcement agencies to preserve the peace.
• 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 ongoing interpretive activities such as tours, hikes, displays, exhibits, talks and visitor centers.
• Under the supervision of a Park Supervisor III, coordinate and oversee operation and maintenance of a major section of a large park with special features.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in park management or related field

Job description

As a Park Ranger at the Walker River State Recreation Area, you will be assisting the Park Supervisor in managing not just one, but several incredible units within the park. Your primary duty station will be the stunning Flying M Ranch. You will help oversee a dynamic team of seasonal staff, managing and protecting a diverse range of natural and historical resources, and diving headfirst into both fieldwork and administrative duties.

All Park Rangers perform grounds maintenance, custodial duties, collect and account for fees, develop and present interpretive programs, and perform minor maintenance to facilities. As a State Park peace officer, the incumbent writes citations, handles accidents and incidents, resolves disputes, makes arrests, and responds to emergency situations as required. This State Park commissioned law enforcement position is subject to call back, works various hours and shifts, including evenings, holidays and weekends and in a variety of weather conditions. Law enforcement academy training will be provided. You will be providing your expertise in land management, recreation, and administration to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the park, making crucial decisions about resources, training, and facilities, all while mentoring and guiding your dedicated team every step of the way. Park residency is required in the housing provided at this duty location. The Park is located approximately 10 miles from Yerington.

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

• 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.
• 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 III, incumbents coordinate and oversee the operation and maintenance of a major section of a large and complex park with special features such as historical sites, visitor centers, multiple fee collection points, complex maintenance and resource protection programs, concessions and contracts, sophisticated water and sewer systems, and special use facilities, in addition to performing the full range of duties outlined in the series concept.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Working knowledge of: financial and statistical recordkeeping; safety principles and practices related to the use of assigned equipment.

Ability to: preserve and enhance the park's natural resources; prepare reports, evaluations, bulletins, and memoranda; perform literary research necessary to develop interpretive materials; plan, organize and coordinate available resources to effectively manage an assigned area of the park; and all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower levels.

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.