Supervisory Park Ranger (temporary) - North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department

Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to respond to medical and other emergency situations in a variety of terrain settings.
• Able to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions/temperatures for extended periods, and work effectively during daylight or nighttime hours.
• Able to move 50-100 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Able to clearly communicate on and operate park radios.
• Able to clearly communicate instructions, directions, and information to staff and general public.
• Able to plan and schedule work assignments as well as train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate staff.
• Able to operate power tools and equipment.
• Able to successfully pass a law enforcement background check.
• Able to use objects associated with general maintenance (Ladders, buckets, step stools, etc.) in all park areas.
• Able to use computers and MS Office programs.
• Required to wear necessary safety equipment.
• Require valid driver’s license with ability to operate automatic and manual transmission motor vehicles to include; car, tractor, riding mower, and ATV.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those who have completed or are enrolled in a Parks and Recreation education program or related field. Experience as a seasonal park ranger or similar public relations position is desirable.

Application Procedures:

Please include a brief summary of work experience and submit with state application form #10950.  Applicants claiming veteran preference must submit Form DD214 with the completed application and those applicants needing accommodation with the application and/or interview process should call ND Parks & Recreation at (701)328-5357 or the North Dakota Job Service TDD 1-800-438-2513.

Send applications to:  Eric Lang, Cross Ranch State Park, 1403 River Road, Center ND 58530 or fax (701) 794-3262.  Please call Cross Ranch State Park (701) 794-3731 or visit our web site at  www.parkrec.nd.gov.

Summary of Work:

Responsible to the park manager or the assistant park manager for temporary employee supervision, park operations, equipment, facility and grounds maintenance, and visitor service and safety in a state park.  Required to work evenings, weekends and holidays in the summer.

• Supervises employees assigned to park ranger tasks.
• Assists in visitor services of the park including fee collection, visitor facility use, land use programs, safety programs, and public relations programs.
• Enforcement of park rules and regulations.
• Assists in the administration of park operations including preparation and submission of required reports.
• Performs park maintenance tasks such as grounds upkeep, facility maintenance and cleaning, equipment servicing and repairs, minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Assist in the interpretive activities of the park including campfire programs, nature/historical walks, and special events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The state of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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