Park Ranger - DACF Agency Only

State of Maine•Pownal, ME

8d•$16 - $22

About The Position

This is maintenance and personal services work in providing services to park users, maintaining and repairing facilities at a state park or day use area, and acting as an assistant to the Park Manager or District Supervisor. Responsibilities include meeting the public and providing for their needs and performing tasks necessary to maintain and protect land and water areas, buildings, and other physical facilities at state parks and day use areas. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of employees. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of park facilities and equipment.
Knowledge of animal, fish, and plant life found in the area.
Knowledge of first aid, and skill in application.
Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment in the maintenance and repair of park facilities, grounds, and buildings.
Ability to meet the public effectively; to give information regarding park facilities and regulations; and to look after the safety and welfare of visitors.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to keep records.
Ability to patrol the park and to enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
Ability to perform mechanical maintenance on automotive and power equipment.
One (1) year of experience in park maintenance and operation or equivalent.
Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

Constructs, repairs, and oversees the repair of buildings, picnic tables, fireplaces, grounds, swimming areas, roads, trails, restrooms, and water systems to ensure a clean, safe, and attractive park.
Enforces park rules and regulations to ensure the safety of the environment, facilities, and park users.
Operates specialized equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, and bulldozers in order to maintain the park area.
Compiles, writes, and submits weekly activity, financial, and vehicle reports in order to document park activities and provide information.
Plans, trains, directs, and evaluates work of other park personnel in order to ensure park buildings and grounds are safe and maintained properly.
Meets and greets the public and provides information concerning park facilities and rules, historical data, and other related information in order to advise public.
Searches for lost persons and rescues park visitors on trails in order to assist injured or lost visitors.
Compiles reports, deposits park income, supervises personnel, and refers problems to the proper authorities during park manager's absence in order to provide continuity of operations.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.