Recreation Ranger

Munro Footwear Group; Ulm (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park District in Ulm, MT, is seeking a Recreation Ranger to support non-maintenance operations across state parks and related areas. The role focuses on visitor services, recreation management, and stewardship of natural, cultural, and historical resources.

The position involves administration, operations, and public relations duties, with wage and scheduling details outlined in the posting. Commitment to flexible hours, weekends, and outdoor work is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreation management and resources.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speech.
• Ability to work outdoors and in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Recreation Manager with operations to provide visitor services and stewardship of resources.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers; may act as Recreation Manager in absence.
• Perform visitor contacts, rules enforcement, fee processing, interpretation and education.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in park and/or recreation management, archaeology, geology, or related fields

Job description

Special Information

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

E-Verify

Effective June 22, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/

About the Park

The Recreation Ranger position for the First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park District in Ulm, MT, is located about 13 miles outside of Great Falls. First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park, a National Historic Landmark, is the largest Buffalo Jump in North America. It is a site where Indigenous People would come to hunt the buffalo for hundreds of years. The 3000-acre park features 7 miles of trail, stunning vistas, and a 6000 square foot visitor center with exhibits on the Northern Plains Buffalo Cultures, Montana Tribes, and the Archaeology of the site. The visitor center also includes a busy gift shop and a classroom. First Peoples Buffalo Jump hosts numerous field trips for students from across the state as well as many special events including an art show, kite festival, mammoth hunt, guided hikes, guest speakers, and a thriving summer junior ranger program. The district also covers Tower Rock State Park, a Lewis and Clark site, and additional Fishing Access Sites in the area.

This is a permanent year-round position. The work is done both inside the visitor center and outdoors. The incumbent will be expected to work independently, at irregular hours, in adverse weather conditions. Weekends, holidays, and evening work are required. Good physical condition is essential. The identities of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary.

Job Duties

The Recreation Ranger position (a.k.a. 'Ranger') assists the Recreation Manager with non-maintenance operations at State Parks, FASs, Wildlife Management Areas (recreation management only), and river corridors for purpose of providing visitor services, managing recreation, and stewarding the natural, cultural, and historical resources. This work will primarily encompass broad administrative, operational, and public relations activities. This position provides essential services and tasks as they arise, such as visitor contacts, rule compliance, fee collection and remittance, interpretation and education, and other duties as assigned.

The Ranger position works under the immediate supervision of the Recreation Manager and provides direction for other staff, AmeriCorps members, and volunteers. In the absence of the Recreation Manager, the incumbent may be assigned to acting as Recreation Manager responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors)

Knowledge of recreation management, familiarity with natural and cultural resource management principles, including historical and current issues. Background in natural resources, recreation, and cultural resources. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a concise and interpretable manner, with department employees, the public, special interest groups and appropriate land management agencies. Proficiency in the safe handling and operation of site-specific modes of transportation, such as motorized and non-motorized watercraft, bicycles, and snow machines. Knowledge of the laws, policies, and regulations under which the agency operates. Ability to negotiate, explain, and diffuse conflict among parties with differing views and visitors frustrated with department/site rules and policy. Ability to work effectively in extreme environmental conditions. Willingness to work in various locations, conditions, and variable days/hours. Must behave ethically and appropriately when serving visitors.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in park and or recreation management, archeology, geology, or related fields. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$26.01 - $26.01 Hourly

Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave & Holidays
• Retirement Plan

Job Details

Number of Openings : 1

Employee Status : Regular

Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type : Standard

Shift : Variable

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location : Ulm

Agency : Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks

Union : 000 - None

Posting Date : Aug 17, 2026, 5:43:33 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Sep 17, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter

Contact Information

Contact Name : Kyle Lloyd | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.