Seasonal Non-Commissioned Park Rangers

Open Until Filled Non-Commissioned Seasonal Park Ranger

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in an amazing location, interact with people, and be a part of a great team that is passionate about the outdoors? If so, join us for a summer adventure in Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, Trails, and Outdoor Recreation.

The role provides public safety and education services for visitors and staff at state parks and historic sites. Responsibilities include patrolling front and backcountry areas by foot, vehicle, UTVs, watercraft and mountain bike; educating visitors on park rules; responding to emergencies and medical calls; protecting property and natural resources; performing light maintenance; collecting fees; and preparing reports. Park housing may be available on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

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• Educate park visitors on applicable state statutes, park rules and regulations.
• Respond to emergencies and medical calls.
• Help protect people and property.
• Patrol assigned park areas to provide high public visibility.
• Use foot, vehicle, UTVs, watercraft and mountain bike to patrol front and backcountry areas.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• May be required to provide testimony in court regarding investigations of park‑related incidents.
• Assist visitors who require assistance for various reasons.
• Provide recreational and historic information about the park system and local area.
• Participate in community policing efforts.
• Provide traffic control or other assistance for special events.
• Make immediate, important, and critical decisions related to emergencies.
• Participate in interpretive educational and public outreach programs.
• Perform office duties including activity reports, computer work, visitation reports, required reports, and correspondence.
• Complete required field training and seasonal ranger training program.
• Assist park staff with minor property maintenance, traffic counter readings, fee collection, campsite reservation system operation and other duties as assigned.
• Pick up trash and clean restrooms as needed.
• Maintain state‑issued equipment and vehicles, including minor repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Attend public meetings, conferences, and engagements as requested.
• Represent the agency professionally at all times.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification within one month of hire.
• Must pass a criminal and driving background check.
• Must have at least one year of education in Natural Resources or Criminal Justice, or a minimum of one year experience in Natural Resources or Law Enforcement fields.
• Basic swimming ability required.

• Knowledge of outdoor recreation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of area ecosystems, native plants and wildlife, biology, wildlife management, geology, environmental sciences, and local and state history.
• Basic knowledge of park recreational activities (boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to make immediate, important, and critical decisions related to enforcement and emergencies.

• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work required on weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws.