Allagash Park Ranger - 6520 - Penobscot River Corridor (Seboomook)

State of Maine

7d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This is seasonal maintenance and personal services work in a remote recreational environment in the Penobscot River Corridor at Seboomook. The position runs for 26 weeks, approximately May 2, 2027, through October 30, 2027, and is scheduled for 91 hours per two-week pay period. Housing is provided as a condition of employment. The ranger may assist other Penobscot River Corridor districts as needed and may supervise a small number of employees and volunteers. The employee must be able to live and work independently in remote conditions and operate equipment safely and efficiently. Training and certification in Wilderness First Aid, chainsaw operation, and boat operation are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in park maintenance and operation or equivalent.
Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license before attaining permanent status in the class.
Meet required training and certification requirements within a timeframe determined by the supervisor.
Ability to live and work independently in remote conditions.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate vehicles, motorboats, radio systems, canoes with and without motors, chainsaws, and other power and hand tools.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience working in a remote wilderness park.
Knowledge and experience maintaining and operating generators, solar systems, chainsaws, motorboats, and canoes with motors.

Responsibilities

Protect natural resources and enforce rules.
Maintain campsites and repair facilities as needed.
Collect fees and monitor public use.
Respond to incidents.
Maintain equipment and records.
Assist other Penobscot River Corridor districts as needed.
Potentially supervise a small number of employees and volunteers.

Benefits

Housing provided as a condition of employment.
Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave.
Health insurance, with the State paying 85%-100% of employee-only premiums depending on salary.
Health insurance premium credit for eligible participation.
Dental insurance, with the State paying 100% of employee-only premiums.
State contribution to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
Employee assistance program through the Living Resources Program.
Fully paid parental leave for 42 consecutive calendar days, with additional unpaid leave potentially available.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.