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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Ridley Creek State Park

Delaware County, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.53/hr - $22.53/hr

0+ years exp

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a seasonal DCNR Ranger Trainee at Ridley Creek State Park. This position involves a one-year training program focused on public interaction, customer service, and outdoor education, while promoting responsible recreation and ensuring park safety.

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Responsibilities

Engage in a comprehensive one-year training program that combines formal education with practical experience to cultivate essential skills in public interaction and customer service

Gain insights into current trends and challenges in outdoor recreation and conservation, as well as learn about conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, and relevant departmental policies and regulations, including law enforcement practices necessary for a DCNR Ranger

Assist with park patrols and effectively address various situations, such as safety concerns, visitor assistance, emergencies, and potential violations of laws or regulations

Maintain daily and monthly logs that document the status of campgrounds, facilities, and visitor safety, as well as preparing permits and managing fee collections, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions and bank deposits

Qualification

Natural resource managementEnvironmental educationLaw enforcement trainingVisitor services experienceFirst aid certificationCustomer serviceReading comprehensionPhysical fitnessWritten communication

Required

Completion of 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, parks or outdoor recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or in a closely related field; or

Six months of experience providing visitor services in a public park, forest, recreation area, or a privately-owned and operated nature or outdoor education center; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training

You must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment

All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license

All employees must successfully complete a structured law enforcement training program to obtain authority in exercising the powers of arrest during the trainee period

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 during the trainee period

All employees must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). Failure to pass this test is a basis for removal from the position

All employees must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI Criminal Background Checks. A record of conviction of a criminal offense for which more than one year in prison can be imposed as punishment is a basis for removal from the position

This position requires employees to successfully pass a physical fitness test within X weeks/months of the start of employment

You must meet the PA residency requirement

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

Benefits

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.