Park Resource Ranger, DCNR - Bald Eagle State Park

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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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 residency guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. 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.