Assistant Park Ranger - Range Pond State Park - Seasonal - 6469 (12 Weeks)
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Poland,Maine,United States
ASSISTANT PARK RANGER
Opening Date:
May 30, 2024
Closing Date:
June 12, 2024
Location:
Range Pond State Park
Position #:
01720-6469
Position Type:
Seasonal Full Time - 12 Weeks*
Class Code:
9209
Grade/Salary:
Grade 08 - $15.00 - $17.72/Hour
*Season: 01720-6469 - 12 Weeks (approximately 05/26/2024 to 08/17/2024)
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands Division, is recruiting to fill a (12 Weeks) Seasonal Full Time Assistant Park Ranger position, located at Range Pond State Park.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is maintenance and personal services work in providing services to park users at a state park or day use area. Work may also include directing and overseeing the activities of a small crew of maintenance and operations personnel. Work is performed under general supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and/or experience in park maintenance and operations or equivalent.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.
For questions specific to the position, please contact the Park Manager, Christopher Main, at (207) 998-4101 or by e-mail at Christopher.A.Main@maine.gov
Since many of our parks are seasonal, park staff may not be available to take your call during the early spring months. If you are unable to contact the park manager at a park; please contact Gary Best at (207) 215-6351 or by e-mail at Gary.Best@maine.gov
The following general information pertains to seasonal employment at Maine State Parks:
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older (Lifeguards must be 16 or older)
- Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or have legal authority to work in the U.S.
- Housing is provided in the Penobscot River Corridor and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.
- In general, housing is not available at the other parks.
- Most positions are scheduled to work 40 hours each week, with weekends and some holidays required.
- Parks seasonal positions are required to wear uniforms which are provided by the agency.
A job offer to a new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal record, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three references must be made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference. Anyone meeting the minimum qualifications of the position may apply.
The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#acf
Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the
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