Park Ranger In-Training; Statewide

Description

Job Title:

Park Ranger 2 In‑Training

Location:

Statewide
Deadline:
This posting is scheduled to close on July 14, 2026, but the hiring manager reserves the right to close earlier if applicant response is large. Apply as soon as possible.

Note Candidates who have not attended a law‑enforcement academy will be required to attend the 18‑week Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) and will be sponsored by Parks and Recreation. Candidates who have completed a law‑enforcement academy (NOT BLEA) must submit a syllabus for equivalence and will be required to attend a two‑week BLEA Equivalency Course.

These positions are not eligible for telework; physical site presence is required.

Park Ranger 2’s protect, preserve, and enhance state parks and natural resources while ensuring visitor safety.

Responsibilities include:

• Communicating with the public, providing information and guidance.
• Identifying and protecting wetlands, archaeological sites, and other sensitive or endangered locations.
• Preparing and delivering interpretive and educational talks about park resources.
• Completing law‑enforcement activities as required.

Specific duties vary by park location.

Current park vacancies (July 1, 2026) include:

• Lake Chelan State Park – located in Chelan, WA. Housing available.
• Lyons Ferry State Park – located in Washtucna, WA. Housing available.
• Potholes State Park – located in Othello, WA. Housing available.
• Riverside State Park – located in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Housing available.

• Belfair State Park – located in Belfair, WA. Housing available.
• Camano Island State Park – located in Camano, WA. Housing not available.
• Dosewallips State Park – located in Brinnon, WA. Housing available.
• Fort Worden Historical State Park – located in Port Townsend, WA. Housing available.

• Battle Ground Lake State Park – located in Battle Ground, WA. Housing not available.
• Grayland Beach State Park – located in Grayland, WA. Housing available.
• Ike Kinswa State Park – located in Silver Creek, WA. Housing available.
• Ocean City State Park – located in Hoquiam, WA. Housing not available.
• Scenic Beach State Park – located in Seabeck, WA. Housing available.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• United States citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Valid driver’s license (unrestricted, except for corrective lenses).
• Must be 21 years of age by date of hire.
• At least two years of college, military experience, commissioned law‑enforcement experience, natural‑resource or recreation field experience.

DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous work experience in a State or National Park.
• College coursework in natural resources or recreation.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of Native American tribal culture, perspective, history, language, traditional arts, or cultural practices.

• Accountability – Accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work.
• Communication Effectiveness – Conveys clear, timely, persuasive messages that influence others.
• Customer Focus – Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Ethics and Integrity – Earns trust through consistent honesty, forthrightness and professionalism.
• Learning and Growth – Adapts to change, applies new approaches, and develops skills and knowledge.
• Takes Action to Meet the Needs of Others – Collaborates to overcome challenges and support people and communities from all backgrounds.