Park Resource Ranger, DCNR - Kettle Creek State Park Complex
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: CS-2026-53642-74740
Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Division: CN Ket Crk St Prk Complex
Job classification: Park Resource Ranger, DCNR
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Recreation, Parks, Safety, Natural Resources, Customer Service, Forestry
Summary
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is on the lookout for personable, ambitious, and reliable professionals to join the team as seasonal Park Resource Rangers at the Kettle Creek State Park Complex. This is an extraordinary opportunity in which you will play a vital role in enhancing park operations and outdoor recreation, all while maintaining safe conditions for our visitors. Your dedicated efforts will help to protect natural resources and ensure that every guest has a positive experience. If you are passionate about nature and enjoy sharing your enthusiasm with others, this may be the position you have been searching for!Examples of duties
This position supports the safe and enjoyable use of Kettle Creek State Park Complex by assisting visitors and performing essential public safety duties. As a Park Resource Ranger, you will perform the following duties:
- Visitor Assistance: Meet with visitors to provide information about facilities, schedules, history, and environmental features
- Safety Response: Take action during emergencies and administer first aid as needed
- Patrol Activities: Travel the park by vehicle, boat, bicycle, or foot to monitor safety and explain park rules
- Facility Monitoring: Inspect park buildings and structures for cleanliness, serviceability, and safety hazards
- Administrative Tasks: Cover the front desk, prepare reports, issue permits, and maintain daily activity logs
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment in March 2027.
- Work hours are 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Friday - Tuesday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Overtime and travel may be required.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
- All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle 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 Guidelines.
- 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 C
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