State of Marylandposted 9 months ago
$53,808 - $86,322/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Baltimore, MD
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service. The State Park Ranger I position is the intermediate level of work in the operation of a State park. Employees in this role are responsible for interpreting and applying park rules and regulations to ensure voluntary compliance with park standards, coordinating forest and park programs, and informing visitors about forest and park resources. This position does not involve direct supervision of permanent employees but may include providing guidance to seasonal employees and volunteers. Employees will work under moderate supervision from a State Park Ranger Supervisor or other designated administrator. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, often under various weather conditions, and may require lifting objects weighing twenty-five pounds or more, as well as traveling throughout the State. Employees may also be required to wear protective clothing and equipment, carry specialized tools, and navigate uneven and rocky surfaces while performing their duties. The Maryland Park Service is currently recruiting for State Park Ranger I positions at multiple locations, including Gunpowder Falls State Park, Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park, Herrington Manor State Park, Patapsco Valley State Park, Point Lookout State Park, Sandy Point State Park, and Susquehanna State Park. Candidates in these positions will serve under the supervision of the Assistant Manager or their designee and will be responsible for providing services to visitors, maintaining and protecting natural and cultural resources, and ensuring the upkeep of equipment, campgrounds, and day-use areas. The role involves a variety of tasks that contribute to the quality of the park visitors' experience, including customer service, operating park facilities, ensuring public safety, responding to medical emergencies, and performing administrative duties. Candidates will be expected to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as part of their responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret and apply park rules and regulations to ensure compliance with park standards.
  • Coordinate forest and park programs and inform visitors about resources.
  • Provide customer service and operate park facilities.
  • Ensure public safety and respond to medical emergencies.
  • Maintain and protect natural and cultural resources, equipment, and facilities.
  • Perform administrative duties and cash handling.
  • Supervise and provide direction to seasonal employees and volunteers.

Requirements

  • Five years of experience in park management, recreation, or natural resources management.
  • One year of experience in forest or park management, recreation, or natural resources management.
  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for some experience.
  • Possession of a Master's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
  • U.S. Armed Forces military service experience may substitute for the required experience.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in State Park operations
  • Experience working in a National, County, or City Park
  • Experience in park maintenance, including landscaping, carpentry, and plumbing
  • Experience in volunteer management
  • Experience or training with interpretation or environmental education
  • Experience with money handling

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid leave
  • Retirement benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
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