Park Resource Ranger, DCNR; Seasonal – Bendigo State Park Complex, Kinzua Bridge State Park

Position Overview

Are you naturally inquisitive and eager to discover the dedication involved in preserving our state parks for public enjoyment? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a reliable individual who thrives on interaction, prioritizes safety, and wishes to play a vital role in maintaining a beloved destination for visitors.

Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the safety of the public within the operations of the State Park, particularly at the Kinzua Bridge State Park Complex. You will welcome guests, provide information about facilities, recreational activities, park history, and local environmental features, and clarify park rules and regulations. You will patrol the park on foot and occasionally use motorized vehicles.

You will be prepared to respond to emergencies and administer first aid, including CPR and artificial respiration.

• Welcome park guests and provide information about park facilities, activities, history, and environmental features.
• Patrol the park on foot and on motorized vehicles, ensuring safety and enforcing park rules.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid, including CPR.
• Assist visitors or staff in need.

• Seasonal, full‑time position from March 2026 to November 2026. Unpaid leave during the off‑season, with automatic re‑employment in March 2027.
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational needs, with a 30‑minute lunch break.
• No telework option.

• Active motor vehicle license.
• Valid certification in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR approved by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent, obtained within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

• Must pass a background investigation.
• This position follows the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law, requiring satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks are required at hire and every 5 years thereafter.

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Eligibility information must be provided in the application. Submit all required materials by the posting closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.