Bax Pk Campground Ranger- South Branch Campground

State of Maine • Millinocket, ME

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is maintenance and personal services work in meeting the public and performing various tasks necessary to properly maintain and protect land, buildings, facilities, and the natural resources within Baxter State Park at a specific campground and surrounding areas. Work includes performing park conservation activities and informing visitors of weather conditions and rules and regulations. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the operation, care, and repair of campground facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of animal, fish, and plant life found in the areas.
• Knowledge of Wilderness First Aid (WFA).
• Knowledge of park trails, topography, and accessible routes.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and apply the appropriate level of first aid.
• Ability to use a compass, develop hiking maps and operate other navigation equipment.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment in the maintenance and repair of park facilities, grounds, and buildings.
• Ability to represent the Park professionally, to give information regarding park facilities and regulations, and to monitor the safety and welfare of visitors.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and keep simple records.
• Ability to patrol park and enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Ability to collect fees, make reservations, compile statistics, and prepare reports.
• Ability to hike long distances and carry heavy items.
• Ability to perform mechanical maintenance on automotive and power equipment.
• Ability to use park radios.
• High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience in park maintenance and operation or equivalent.
• Valid Class C Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Must obtain a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification within six (6) months of the date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Repairs buildings, tables, fireplaces, tools, and equipment and maintains grounds, swimming areas, roads, trails, rest rooms, and water systems in order to maintain campground facilities.
• Meets the public as required giving information on facilities, trail and weather conditions, regulations, park flora and fauna, appropriate use of park resources, and related information in order to perform public relations and safety duties.
• Collects necessary fees, assigns areas, and provides fuel and other services as required in order to administer campground.
• Patrols park in order to detect and extinguish fires, ensure compliance with rules and regulations, and protect natural features.
• Applies appropriate level of first aid to injured persons in order to provide emergency medical assistance.
• Records statistics and makes periodic reports in order to fulfill administrative responsibilities.
• Oversees the work of volunteers and others on a project basis in order to provide direction and ensure project is completed properly and in a timely manner.
• Initiates search and rescue activities in order to assist in locating lost or injured park visitors.
• Opens campground and orders supplies at beginning of season in order to prepare facility for operation and visitors.
• Closes campground at the end of the season in order to ensure facilities are properly protected against the weather.
• Works with other staff on projects in a safe and efficient manner.

Benefits

• Maine State Government offers an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. With more than 100 agencies, boards, and offices, Maine State Government is the perfect place to explore various industries and interests. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED