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Park Resource Ranger, DCNR (Seasonal), Pymatuning State Park

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Salary
Jamestown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

THE POSITION

Join us at Pymatuning State Park, in collaboration with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), to champion safety and elevate the outdoor experience for everyone. We are actively seeking passionate individuals to fill essential public safety roles. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact in outdoor recreation while surrounded by stunning natural beauty, we want to connect with you! Your involvement can truly make a difference!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a seasonal Park Resource Ranger at Pymatuning State Park, you will take on essential public safety responsibilities that directly contribute to our recreational facilities' safe and enjoyable use. Your expertise will be key in interpreting park rules and regulations, ensuring that all visitors can fully appreciate what the park offers. You will actively inform park visitors about our diverse facilities, features, and programs while maintaining high safety and compliance standards throughout the park. Your proactive approach will include patrolling the area, directing traffic, and educating guests on park guidelines, all while keeping our information displays up-to-date and guiding visitors away from hazardous areas. In addition, you will conduct thorough inspections of park facilities to ensure safety, report any violations promptly, and manage safety equipment effectively.

Your role will also extend to managing resources such as goose populations and invasive species, which are crucial for maintaining the park's ecosystem. You will play a vital role in facilitating community events like Spooktacular and the Great Pymatuning Shoreline Clean Up, demonstrating strong leadership and teamwork. Additionally, you will support the park office during staff shortages, ensuring smooth operations across the board. Your contributions will be invaluable in enhancing the visitor experience at Pymatuning State Park.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements :

  • This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's 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 . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • 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.

  • In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years.
  • 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 Info / Pages / default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
  • 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.

    EXAMINATION INFORMATION

  • 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.
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