Park Ranger I - Outdoor Education & Resource Steward

Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be available

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Park Ranger I (S) to join its team at Jones Lake State Park.

This role combines educational programming, natural resource management, law enforcement/emergency services, and supervision of seasonal staff, with the Park Ranger acting as a commissioned officer enforcing state laws and park regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Researching the natural and cultural resources found at the park and developing and implementing resource management plans to include prescribed fire and invasive species removal.
• Preparing and conducting environmental interpretation and education programming.
• Performing and directing emergency medical response and emergency rescue in the park and other parks upon need.
• Assisting with maintenance of park facilities for routine maintenance and minor repairs, as needed.
• Performing in operations, facility upkeep and/or administration of parks, attractions, other outdoor recreation areas or visitor focused programs.
• Issuing facility permits, open, and close facilities, and purchasing equipment and/or supplies.
• May hire and supervise temporary/seasonal employees.

Skills

Environmental interpretation

Education programming

Resource management

Auditory and public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation/Natural Science

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Park Ranger I (S) to join its team at Jones Lake State Park.

This role combines educational programming, natural resource management, law enforcement/emergency services, and supervision of seasonal staff, with the Park Ranger acting as a commissioned officer enforcing state laws and park regulations.