What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARK RANGER position at State of Arizona?
ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS
Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners.
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Arizona State Parks and Trails protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. Arizona State Parks and Trails provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.
PARK RANGER
ALAMO LAKE STATE PARK
*Housing may be available*
*must be able to work weekends, evenings and holidays*
Job Location:
Address: Wenden, AZ 85357
37 mi. N of Wenden
Posting Details:
Salary: $17.00 - $18.50 / per hour
Grade: 16
Closing Date: February 26, 2025
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a recreational park for visitors; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.
Job Duties:
- Host visitors.
- Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
Customer Service:
- Provides customer service by phone and in-person and responds to public inquiries about park hours, accommodations, reservations, etc.
Cash Handling:
- Performs cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop.
- Collects and accounts for park fees and store purchases.
Public & Staff Safety:
- Promotes the safety of park visitors.
- Enforces Park rules and protects Park resources.
- Utilizes two-way radio communications system.
- Confers with local officials and law enforcement officers.
- Completes all necessary reports concerning incidents.
Maintenance:
- Perform various maintenance tasks proficiently including vehicle and park equipment, minor electrical, plumbing, and preventive maintenance.
May Lead and assist in training of subordinate staff.
Other duties as assigned to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
- Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- Park rules/ regulations, fees and revenue functions,
- Techniques for display and interpretation of objects/artifacts and general/natural resources to visitors.
- General office procedures.
Skill in:
- Maintenance and inspection of park infrastructure, buildings and equipment, including general plumbing skills, landscaping, minor electrical and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Ability to:
- Creative problem solving
- First aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.
- Perform vehicle, equipment and building maintenance and repairs.
- Deescalate upset or non-compliant visitors.
Selective Preference(s):
Two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Specialist; OR three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work; OR a Bachelor's degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment. Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
- Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
- Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
- Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
- Deferred compensation plan
- Wellness plans
- Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.
Contact Us:
Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Having trouble applying for this position?
Email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance
Salary : $17 - $19
