DCNR Ranger - Seasonal (Point State Park)

If you enjoy working in a beautiful scenic environment, working outdoors and in law enforcement, working with the public while providing a service, being a respected role model, and working where no two days are alike, then Point State Park may be the place for you.  The park is hiring a SEASONAL FULL TIME, WAGE (non-permanent) position to provide the public a safe and enjoyable environment for recreation and relaxation.

IMPORTANT:  YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS VACANCY POSTING, MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AND RECEIVE A SCORE.  YOUR SCORE IS ONLY VALID FOR THIS SPECIFIC VACANCY.  ONCE THIS POSITION IS FILLED, YOUR SCORE IS NO LONGER VALID.
 

• Seasonal full-time employment.
• Seasonal Wage position. Works weekends, holidays and all shifts as needed; 40 hours/week - 7 day operation. There are no benefits.

This position is responsible for providing safety and law enforcement at Point State Park. The DCNR Ranger patrols the park property and boundaries to ensure the safety of visitors and park grounds. Work may involve foot patrol, motorized vehicle, motor boat and bicycling patrols. A DCNR Ranger presents a professional image to the general public through uniform appearance, verbal skills, courtesies and knowledge of the Park's history. A DCNR Ranger takes charge of emergency situations and accidents, organizes search and rescue parties, and administers CPR and First Aid when needed. A DCNR Ranger works closely with the Fish & Boat and Game Commission Officers as well as Local and State Police to present evidence and witnesses, examines and cross examines witnesses, and testifies on behalf of the Commonwealth in court. A DCNR Ranger is responsible for completing daily logs and operates the Reservation and Revenue System.Qualifications:

• Must meet PA residency requirement – For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements - Successful completion of the DCNR Ranger Trainee program; or completion of 15 credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, outdoor recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or related natural resource or recreation courses; and completion of a department-recognized police training course such as the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (Act 120), or completion of an equivalent law enforcement officer training or certification program that allows eligibility for commissioning as a police officer.
• Necessary Special Requirement - Possession of a valid Class C driver's license.
• Condition of Employment - Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.
• Condition of Employment - Possession of a valid certification or its equivalent in first aid and adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as approved by the PA Department of Health for professional rescuers or healthcare professionals.
• Post Employment Requirement - Must obtain commission as a State Park or State Forest Officer that includes powers of arrest and maintain this commission during employment in this job.
• If you are provided directions to upload transcripts during the application process but you cannot currently obtain them due to the temporary educational institution closures, please upload the official response from your institution regarding your request.  In addition, if asked to provide transcripts for specific coursework, e.g., 12 credits in social science, you may upload a list of completed courses you believe are qualifying in place of the transcripts. The list must include the name of the school(s), course titles completed with a passing grade, and number of credits for each course. Once you receive a copy of your transcripts, you may send the document(s) and the specific job title and job number to which you applied to ra-cs-documents@pa.gov. If selected for a position, you may be required to provide an official transcript to verify educational requirements.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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 five (5) years

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)
 
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.

• Score valid for this specific posting only
• Score based on information reported on application and supplemental questions
• Provide complete and accurate information or:
  • score may be lower than deserved
  • application processing may be delayed
  • disqualification may result
• May only test once under this announcement
• Email notice of test results provided

Salary : $19 - $32