DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Beltzville State Park
About The Position
As a DCNR Ranger Trainee with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you can start building the knowledge needed to keep parks safe and welcoming. This position gives you structured training in public contact, emergency response, and outdoor operations. You will develop confidence while learning directly from skilled park staff. This role offers an exciting path toward becoming a certified DCNR Ranger. This role provides structured training in park operations, visitor service, conservation education, and basic law enforcement functions. It supports park safety and daily operations while preparing you for full ranger responsibilities.
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
- 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
- An equivalent combination of experience and training
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment
- Must possess an active motor vehicle license
- Must successfully complete a structured law enforcement training program to obtain authority in exercising the powers of arrest during the trainee period
- 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
- Must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI))
- Must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI Criminal Background Checks
- Must meet the PA residency requirement
- Must be able to perform essential job functions
- Must pass a background investigation
- Must complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years
Nice To Haves
- Successfully pass a physical fitness test within 6 months of the start of employment
Responsibilities
- Participate in classroom instruction and field training to learn ranger duties
- Assist park visitors by providing information and helping with routine needs
- Accompany rangers on patrols and observe building and grounds inspections
- Learn and practice basic first aid, CPR and search and rescue procedures
- Train in complaint handling, incident reporting and radio communication techniques
- Operate park vehicles and equipment as directed during supervised assignments
Benefits
- No healthcare benefits
- No option to buy into health care benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
