Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor II - Mt. Holyoke Range (Winter 26-27)
About The Position
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks a Seasonal Forest and Park Supervisor II to supervise and monitor maintenance, operations, and administration at a major recreation area and any satellite areas or heritage park facilities. The position is based at Mt. Holyoke Range State Park in Amherst and is scheduled for November 15, 2026, through March 20, 2027, working 40 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday. Duties include overseeing grounds and facility maintenance, building and equipment repairs, and hazardous tree or limb removal, with significant snow and ice responsibilities. The supervisor inspects facilities for public suitability, safety compliance, and maintenance needs; patrols areas for security and rule compliance; issues permits and collects fees; maintains records and prepares reports; and organizes recreational and cultural programs. The role also coordinates volunteers and court-referred individuals, determines supply needs, operates and maintains equipment and vehicles, provides public information and employee training, represents the agency in meetings, prepares area budgets, and initiates and monitors capital outlay requests.
Requirements
- At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in forestry, parks, or recreational management, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifying education.
- No substitution is permitted for the required one year of supervisory experience.
- Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Responsibilities
- Supervise maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including grounds, buildings, equipment, and hazardous tree or limb repair and removal; perform significant snow and ice-related duties.
- Inspect state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities for suitability for public use, safety compliance, and maintenance needs.
- Patrol recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
- Issue permits or authorize use of recreational facilities and park areas, and collect related fees.
- Maintain records and prepare reports concerning assigned work, including recommendations.
- Organize and implement recreational and cultural programs such as sports competitions, nature walks, and shows.
- Coordinate the activities and work of volunteers and court-referred individuals.
- Determine supply needs; operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles; provide information to the public; interview employment candidates; provide on-the-job training; and use small hand tools.
- Monitor the operation, administration, and maintenance of a major recreation area with satellite areas or a heritage park and its facilities.
- Represent the agency at meetings and conferences with government agencies, community groups, and others to provide information, obtain cooperation, and resolve problems.
- Prepare budgets for assigned areas by projecting resource needs and preparing required documentation.
- Initiate requests for capital outlay funds and monitor capital outlay expenditures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards are offered to Commonwealth employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
