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Park Ranger 2 - Thousand Islands Regional Office
Full Time
Forestry
Parks and Recreation
State Parks has a great opportunity for folks who have a passion for the outdoors and outdoor recreation! We are looking for responsible individuals to serve as role models and to provide guidance to seasonal Park Rangers. Park Ranger 2s are responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating seasonal Park Rangers who are assigned to various Parks within the Thousand Islands Region. Park Rangers serve as ambassadors, welcome the public in a friendly and courteous manner, engage visitors in park activities, provide information on facility amenities and protect park patrons and state parks and historic sites. The Park Ranger 2 will:
- Recruit seasonal Park Ranger candidates from colleges, schools, job fairs and through social media campaign
- Participate in the interview, selection and hiring process
- Coordinate mandated Security Guard Training as well as in-house training
- Coordinate Park Ranger uniform and equipment needs such as cells phones and radios
- Determine availability of bicycles, utility terrain vehicles, electrical vehicles and other motorized vehicles
- Visit Parks to observe Park Rangers on duty and confer with Park Managers on the Park Ranger Program
- Monitor personal service and non-personal service budgets and prepare seasonal staffing plans
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this position, COME JOIN THE PARKS TEAM!
Minimum Qualifications
Park Rangers 2 must have an Associate’s or higher level degree and at least one season* of experience in a parks or recreational organization performing any of the following duties: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education or stewardship, forest management, park maintenance or operations, historic preservation or interpretation, or wildlife management or preservation; OR a high school or equivalency diploma and three seasons* of the experience noted above. Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position. Must satisfactorily pass a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting. Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license as a term and condition of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License as a term and condition of employment.
- A season is defined as working at least 300 hours performing the duties noted above.
Additional Comments
OPERATING NEEDS:
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
- Must be available to work Evening/Night shift.
- Must be able to perform medium physical labor.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively and read and comprehend written materials.
- Must possess basic computer and smart phone skills.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
BENEFITS: There are various benefits provided to permanent employees. To learn more, visit:
https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 04/12/25
New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
The mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
Salary : $53,410 - $65,596
