Closing Date:  7/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Reference #: 4561374 THE POSITION Are you someone who thrives in an outdoor setting, surrounded by stunning scenery? Do you enjoy engaging with people while offering a valuable service, all while being seen as a role model? If you are looking for a dynamic work environment where each day brings new challenges and experiences, then Kettle Creek State Park Complex might just be the perfect fit for you.

At Kettle Creek State Park Complex, there is currently an opportunity available for a seasonal full-time DCNR Ranger Trainee position. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience as they unwind and engage in recreational activities within the park.

As a DCNR Ranger Trainee at Kettle Creek State Park Complex, you will have the chance to work in a picturesque setting, interacting with a diverse range of individuals while upholding the values of the park. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on both visitors and the natural environment, all while enjoying the variety and excitement that comes with each day on the job. DESCRIPTION OF WORK The role entails engaging in a comprehensive one-year formal and on-the-job training program aimed at honing the essential skills and techniques required in the domains of public interaction and customer service, staying abreast of the latest developments and challenges in outdoor recreation and conservation, understanding conservation principles, environmental education, public safety protocols, Departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, as well as law enforcement practices, all of which are crucial for effectively carrying out the responsibilities of a DCNR Ranger.

Specific responsibilities will involve supporting patrols within the park premises and its amenities, and promptly addressing any incidents that may occur. These incidents could range from safety concerns, assisting park visitors in need, handling emergencies, to addressing violations of Commonwealth or Park laws, rules, or regulations.

Additional tasks may encompass maintaining detailed monthly and daily logs documenting the status and upkeep of campgrounds, facilities, equipment, visitor safety, incidents, citations, arrests, accidents, and attendance records; issuing launching, mooring, and camping permits by inputting relevant data into the Reservation and Revenue System; and collecting fees while aiding in the preparation of financial transmittals by verifying daily receipts for accuracy and facilitating bank deposits.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Seasonal Full-time employment without benefits. Work hours are 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Friday - Tuesday, with 30-minute lunch. This position will require weekends and holidays Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Completion of 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, parks or outdoor recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or in a closely related field;or Six months of experience providing visitor services in a public park, forest, recreation area, or a privately-owned and operated nature or outdoor education center;or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: All candidates must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment. All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license. All employees must successfully complete a structured law enforcement training program to obtain authority in exercising the powers of arrest during the trainee period. 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 during the trainee period. All employees must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). Failure to pass this test is a basis for removal from the position. All employees must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI Criminal Background Checks. A record of conviction of a criminal offense for which more than one year in prison can be imposed as punishment is a basis for removal from the position. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

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