Park Resource Ranger, DCNR - Bald Eagle State Park

Park Resource Ranger

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Park Resource Ranger who enjoys working with people and caring for park areas. This position helps keep the park safe, welcoming, and well managed for visitors of all ages. Your work supports recreation, learning, and public enjoyment of the outdoors. Become part of a team dedicated to service and stewardship.

This position focuses on assisting park visitors, monitoring park areas, and supporting safe use of facilities. It involves public contact, patrol work, and responding to various needs throughout the park. As a Park Resource Ranger, you will perform the following duties:

• Visitor Assistance: Greet visitors, answer questions, and provide information about park features, schedules, and rules
• Park Patrol: Monitor park grounds by vehicle, watercraft, bicycle, and on foot to ensure safe use of facilities
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies, administer first aid, and assist in search and rescue situations
• Facility Inspection: Inspect docks, buildings, and structures for hazards, cleanliness, and maintenance needs
• Information Management: Maintain bulletin boards, complete daily reports, and ensure maps and materials are stocked
• Communication Duties: Operate a two-way radio, answer telephones, and record accurate messages

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately April 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment April 2027.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friday - Tuesday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications:

• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• 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 within 60 days of employment.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job…