Park ranger

THE POSITION

The state of Pennsylvania is currently seeking an individual who is reliable and willing to work at the Delaware Canal State Park Complex.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Park Resource Ranger is responsible for carrying out a diverse range of tasks aimed at ensuring public safety, protecting park facilities, providing visitor services, and promoting awareness of regulations within the Delaware Canal State Park Complex.

The duties of the Park Resource Ranger encompass a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including but not limited to monitoring and maintaining the safety of park visitors, safeguarding park infrastructure, assisting visitors with information and services, and educating the public about park rules and regulations.

In essence, the Park Resource Ranger plays a crucial role in upholding the overall well-being and functionality of the Delaware Canal State Park Complex by actively engaging in activities that contribute to the enjoyment, safety, and preservation of the park environment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Seasonal, full-time employment with no benefits
• Work hours / days vary depending on operational needs, with a 30-minute lunch
• Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements :

• You must possess an active motor vehicle license.
• You 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.

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 Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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 Info / 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.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• 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.

Last updated : 2024-07-17