What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger Aide - Tanana Lakes position at Fairbanks North Star Borough?
Salary : $18.57 Hourly
Location : Tanana Lakes Recreation Area
Job Type : Casual, Non-Benefitted
Job Number : FY25-00143
Department : Temporary Worker
Division : Temporary Other Worker
Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : 99- Non-Represented
Basic Function
Provide visitor information services, fee collection, and assistance to Park Ranger and staff with general park operations. Assignments may include a variety of light duty tasks related to overall park operation.
SALARY : Grade 93
REPORTS TO : Chena Lake Manager
Tanana Lake Facility Manager
Parks Maintenance Superintendent
POSITIONS SUPERVISED : None
Typical Duties
1. Assist Park Rangers and other staff members with their daily work.
2. Provide visitor information services including statewide travel advice. Interpret natural features of park. Greet and interact with the general public with courtesy and tact.
3. Assist with campground monitoring and management (if work assignment requires).
4. Provide litter patrol, picnic shelter clean-up, and swim beach maintenance.
5. Operate cash register; collect fees, sell sundries, and rent out boats (if work assignment requires).
6. Assist in collecting data and record keeping.
7. Answer telephone using proper etiquette. Utilize radio communications as needed.
8. Shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays at multiple locations.
9. Assist with facility development and maintenance tasks including trail work, recreation facility repairs and enhancements, and miscellaneous projects.
Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
1. Must be 18 years of age at time of employment.
2. Must have and be able to maintain a valid driver's license and to meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST.)
3. Prior experience with money handling and ability to perform cashier duties as required.
4. Available to work weekends, holidays, and swing or graveyard shifts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
2. Ability to sit and stand for extended, prolonged periods of time.
3. Familiarity with Alaskan landmarks, points of interest, and lifestyles.
4. Physical ability to perform minor maintenance tasks, which may include the use of some power or hand tools.
OTHER
1. This position requires a criminal background check.
Additional Information
JOB CONTACTS :
Ordinary business contact with employees in own division and continuous routine public contact.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY :
Visitor contact throughout the facility, administrative data and record keeping, staff boat rental operation, perform light maintenance duties, and fee collection. A uniform, which is provided, is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Office area where conditions are pleasant; while in the field, varied work sites with somewhat disagreeable conditions with undesirable elements or factors; up to ½ of time is spent standing, or walking; minor accident / hazard risk; requires short periods of heavy lifting, pushing or pulling (50 lbs.).
Application Procedure :
Apply Online
Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at
For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.
The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application / interview / selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)459-1202 or the EEO office. The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) 459-1309.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Casual, Non-Benefitted
What age range best describes you?
- Younger than 16
- Between 16 and 18
- Between 18 and 21
- 21 or over
Do you have cash handling experience?
Are there any shifts that you would be unavailable to work?
Required Question
Salary : $19
