Individual Placement- Park Ranger Assistant

Student Conservation Association • Coleman, TX

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About The Position

Intern will assist Hords Creek Lake park rangers with interpretive assistance, recreation maintenance, and recreation program management duties.

Requirements

• Interns must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English.
• Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Comfortable to engage with the public
• Experience operating power tools or using basic maintenance tools/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interpretive Assistance: Interns will support the Water Safety Program by delivering water safety presentations tailored to various audiences at the project and conducting brief, informative talks in high-traffic areas to promote responsible water use. A key responsibility includes maintaining the life jacket loaner program, ensuring a full inventory of properly sized and functioning life jackets, tracking usage, and reporting maintenance needs. Additionally, interns will accompany Park Rangers on interpretive patrols, providing visitor assistance, answering questions about water safety, and conducting safety inspections. They will also distribute educational materials, promote the program through various channels, collect data, and maintain interpretive signage as well as any other duties assigned.
• Recreation Maintenance: Interns will play a crucial role in supporting the recreation maintenance mission at the lake projects by assisting with a variety of minor repairs and projects. Their contributions will include sign repair/replacement (ensuring clear and accurate information for visitors), facility painting (improving the aesthetic appeal and protecting infrastructure), parking lot striping (enhancing safety), gate maintenance, minor plumbing repairs, and trail maintenance. All work will be performed to meet established quality standards and safety guidelines.
• Recreation Management: Interns will play an important role in enhancing visitor experiences at the lakes by gaining valuable hands-on experience in GIS data collection and recreation management. Using GPS equipment and GIS software, interns will survey and map recreation facilities, utilities, and signage. This information will be used to improve park maps, identify maintenance needs, and optimize resource allocation. This practical experience will contribute to the enhancement of the lakes’ data sets and provide a solid foundation for future careers in resource management.
• Conduct monthly facility and equipment safety inspections in support of USACE safety program.
• May complete some clerical duties such as printing/copying/laminating notices, posters, or public outreach materials.
• May assist with light maintenance or grounds-keeping to non-recreation areas (such as administrative areas) in support of overall project mission.

Benefits

• Defensive Driving Training
• First Aid/CPR

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees