PARK RANGER

Park Ranger – Buckskin Mountain / River Island

Job Location:

5200 N. Highway 95, Parker, AZ 85344. Salary: $17.50 – $19.00 / hour. Grade: 16.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled work activities in the operation and maintenance of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area, or historic objects/artifacts for visitors; and insures public safety by enforcing park rules and regulations.

• Hosts visitors and conducts interpretive programs; may lead guided walks or hikes.
• Provides information in response to visitor questions and concerns.
• Enforces park rules and protects park resources.
• Utilizes two‑way radio communications system.
• Confers with local officials and law enforcement officers.
• Completes necessary reports concerning incidents, revenue and attendance; collects and accounts for fees.
• Maintains and inspects all park facilities, grounds and specialized systems; performs basic carpentry, improvement and repair projects following maintenance standards; litter removal, trail maintenance, toilet cleaning.
• Instructs subordinate staff in the operational functions of the park.
• Constructs temporary and permanent exhibits and displays.
• Leads or contributes to projects involving grounds, irrigation, landscaping and water infrastructure.

• Knowledge of techniques in maintenance and upkeep of facilities and park grounds; curatorial practices; park rules, fees and revenue functions; display and interpretation of objects/artifacts; law enforcement practices and principles; general office procedures.
• Skills in public relations, information dissemination; maintenance and automotive equipment operation; basic curatorial techniques.
• Abilities in research of natural or historical information; performing math calculations; first aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.

• Two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Specialist, or three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work; or a Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field.
• Must possess and maintain a current Arizona driver’s license appropriate to assignment.
• Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator.

All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short‑term disability insurance plans.
• Top‑ranked retirement and long‑term disability plans.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi‑weekly for the first 3 years.
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi‑weekly.
• Deferred compensation plan.
• Wellness plans.
• Parental leave – Up to 12 weeks per year for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.

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The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation…