Park Ranger Trainee: Outdoor Safety & Service

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Werkheiser (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania's DCNR seeks a Ranger Trainee at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center in Nazareth, PA. You will gain experience through outdoor duties, patrols, and essential training while supporting daily park operations and visitor needs.

The role emphasizes safety, learning Pennsylvania's park system, and developing into a full ranger. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements and pass background checks; telework is not offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in visitor services or related field.
• Training in natural/environmental sciences or park management preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Park patrols to support safety and rule compliance.
• Provide visitor assistance and information to park visitors.
• Respond to emergencies and safety concerns.
• Maintain daily and monthly logs of facilities and incidents.
• Process camping and mooring permits using Reservation & Revenue System.
• Collect fees and assist with transmittals and deposits.

Skills

Visitor services

Park safety procedures

Record keeping

Education

15 college credits in natural/environmental sciences

Tools

Reservation & Revenue System

Job description

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania's DCNR seeks a Ranger Trainee at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center in Nazareth, PA. You will gain experience through outdoor duties, patrols, and essential training while supporting daily park operations and visitor needs.

The role emphasizes safety, learning Pennsylvania's park system, and developing into a full ranger. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements and pass background checks; telework is not offered.