Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor II (Middlesex Fells Reservation) Fall/Winter 2025

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Stoneham, MA

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About The Position

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor I - Stoneham Labor Yard (Fall/Winter 2025 Seasonal, North).

Requirements

• Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of forestry, parks or recreational management and ( B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• An Associate's or higher degree with a major in forestry, natural resources; management or parks and/or recreation management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
• NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.
• Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including such activities as grounds maintenance, building and equipment maintenance, and repair and removal of hazardous trees or limbs.
• Inspects the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities to determine their suitability for public use, ensures compliance with safety standards and determines maintenance needs.
• Patrols recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensures compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies.
• Issues permits or gives permission for the use of recreational facilities, park areas, etc. and collects related fees.
• Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Organizes and implements recreational and cultural programs, including sports competitions, nature walks, shows, etc. for the enjoyment of visitors to the parks.
• Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court-referred individuals, etc.
• Determines supply needs; operates and performs routine maintenance on various types of equipment and vehicles; provides information to the general public; interviews candidates for employment; provides on-the-job training; and uses small hand tools.
• Monitors the operation, administration and maintenance of a major recreation area with one or more satellite areas or a heritage park consisting of a visitors center, extensive grounds and multiple recreational facilities including performance stages, boathouses, etc.
• Represents the agency at meetings and conferences with representatives of federal, state and municipal agencies and community and other groups to provide information concerning agency objectives and to obtain their cooperation in achieving those goals and/or to resolve problems.
• Prepares budgets for assigned areas by projecting resource needs and preparing required documentation for agency’s budget request.
• Initiates requests for capital outlay funds and monitor capital outlay expenditures.
• Oversees waterfront staff, manages lifeguard work schedules and helps to enforce waterfront safety regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees