Park Resource Ranger (Seasonal) - Leonard Harrison State Park

If you have a deep passion for the outdoors, consider becoming a Park Resource Ranger this upcoming season. This role is perfect for those dedicated to protecting natural resources and making a positive impact on the community. As a Park Resource Ranger, you will work in some of Pennsylvania's most beautiful parks and recreational areas, engaging with visitors to enhance their experiences. Your duties will involve maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and accessibility of these parks while fostering a love for nature and its conservation for future generations. If you are seeking a challenging yet fulfilling seasonal opportunity, apply now to join our team as a Park Resource Ranger and help enrich the lives of countless outdoor enthusiasts.

The Park Resource Ranger at Leonard Harrison State Park undertakes a diverse range of responsibilities focused on public safety, facility protection, visitor assistance, and regulatory compliance. In terms of public safety and facility protection, the ranger patrols the park on foot or by vehicle to identify and address any issues that could endanger visitors' health and safety. This includes inspecting buildings and grounds for hazards, promptly rectifying any dangers, and reporting them to a supervisor. Additionally, you will also monitor visitor activities to ensure proper use of park amenities and secures buildings and equipment to prevent vandalism and theft. In the realm of visitor service, the ranger offers essential information about park facilities, activities, rules, and nearby attractions, while also providing emergency care, including CPR and First Aid, and assisting in searches for lost individuals.

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 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment approximately March 2026.
• Work hours and days will vary due to the seasonal nature of the operation.
• Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week
• 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
Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• this position requires 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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 Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.