Park Resource Ranger, DCNR (Seasonal) – Ohiopyle State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at Ohiopyle State Park for those passionate about public safety and nature! As a Park Resource Ranger, you will play a crucial role in ensuring visitor safety while performing administrative tasks. This seasonal full-time position offers a unique blend of outdoor and office work, making it ideal for those who love the great outdoors. You'll assist visitors, patrol the park, and manage data entry with essential programs like Microsoft Office and Aspira. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing park operations and creating a welcoming environment for all. Apply now to embark on this rewarding journey!

Qualifications

• Active motor vehicle license required.
• Certification in first aid and CPR needed within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist visitors with park facilities and regulations.
• Patrol the park, ensure security, and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Public Safety

Administration

Data Entry

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Aspira

Job description

Discover an incredible opportunity at Ohiopyle State Park for those passionate about public safety! Join the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) team and play a vital role in enhancing park operations and outdoor recreation, all while ensuring a safe experience for our visitors. This position combines the best of both worlds, allowing you to utilize your office skills and immerse yourself in nature. This seasonal position will not last long. Apply now and help us make Ohiopyle State Park a welcoming and safe destination for everyone!

As a Park Resource Ranger with the DCNR, you will confidently embrace a dual role in public safety and administration. Your diverse responsibilities will vary based on your assigned work location within the park, with an emphasis on practical administrative tasks. In your administrative capacity, you will expertly use programs such as Windows, Microsoft Office, and Aspira to prepare reports and manage data entry with precision. In the public safety role, you will assist visitors with questions about park facilities and regulations, patrol the park, ensure security, respond to emergencies, and manage traffic. Your tasks include light maintenance, litter cleanup, and trail marking. You will also inspect buildings for hazards and maintain safe trails, enhancing the visitor experience and ensuring a secure environment.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal full-time employment without benefits.
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Special Requirements:
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• All employees must obtain valid certification in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR approved by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent within 60 days of employment.

• Other Requirements:
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Legal Requirements:
• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.