PARK RANGER ASSISTANT

Arizona State Government; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Arizona State Parks and Trails in Benson, Arizona is seeking a Park Ranger Assistant for a temporary/seasonal role. You will assist in operating a recreational park, interpret natural features, and help enforce park rules to ensure public safety for visitors.

The position requires working evenings, weekends and holidays. Duties include hosting visitors, leading guided cave tours, responding to inquiries, handling cash at the gift shop, and using two-way radios to coordinate safety and operations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Hosts visitors.
• Assists with interpretive programs and will lead guided cave tours in an enclosed humid environment.
• Assists with information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.

Job description

ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Connecting people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories. Arizona State Parks and Trails is the leader in sustainable outdoor recreation for current and future generations. To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com. Arizona State Parks and Trails protect and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas. The agency also includes the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT KARTCHNER CAVERNS This is a Temporary / Seasonal Position *May work up to 40 hours per week and up to 1500 hours per calendar year* **must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays**

Address: 2980 S. Hwy 90, Benson, Arizona

Salary: $16.00 - $17.50 / per hour

Grade: 15

Closing Date: September 21, 2026

Job Summary:

Under supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a recreational/ natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area, and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.

Job Duties:

• Outdoor Recreation & Programmatic:
  • Hosts visitors.
  • Assists with interpretive programs and will lead guided cave tours in an enclosed humid environment.
  • Assists with information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
• Customer Service:
  • Provides customer service by phone and in-person and respond to publics inquiries about park hours, accommodations, and reservations.
• Cash Handling:
  • Perform cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift shop; and account for fees for the park admission and store purchases.
• Public & staff Safety:
  • Promote the safety of park visitors, enforces Park rules, and protect Park resources.
  • Utilizes two-way radio communications system.