Park Ranger Assistant

Arizona Department of Administration • Apache Junction, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Arizona State Parks and Trails is hiring a temporary, seasonal Park Ranger Assistant at Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, Arizona. The role supports the operation and maintenance of a recreational, historic, or natural resource park and helps provide visitors with a safe, welcoming, and educational experience. The position may work up to 40 hours per week and up to 1,500 hours per calendar year.

The assistant hosts visitors, answers questions, collects fees, maintains park grounds and facilities, interprets natural or historic resources, and may lead guided programs. The role also supports public safety, communicates by two-way radio, coordinates with local officials and law enforcement, and completes incident reports. The position requires a current driver’s license appropriate to the assignment and use of a vehicle for State business. Some assignments may require certifications such as Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, or Wastewater Treatment Operator. Newly hired State employees must complete E-Verify.

Requirements

• Establish rapport with the public and provide interpretive education.
• Maintain park facilities, grounds, systems, and equipment.
• Use first aid techniques and enforce rules to help keep visitors safe.
• Work with agency resources, including oral and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and general office procedures.
• Handle cash transactions while welcoming visitors in a friendly manner.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.
• Possess and maintain a current driver’s license appropriate to the assignment; driving or vehicle use for State business is an essential job function.
• Complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), as required for newly hired State employees.

Nice To Haves

• One year of customer service experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field.
• Some assignments may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of a recreational, historic, or natural resource park.
• Host visitors, answer questions, and address concerns.
• Collect and account for fees.
• Perform general park upkeep, including basic carpentry, irrigation, landscaping, repair projects, litter removal, trail maintenance, restroom cleaning, and maintenance of facilities and specialized systems or infrastructure.
• Interpret natural features or historic objects and artifacts for visitors.
• Lead guided programs.
• Maintain interpretive exhibits and displays.
• Promote public safety by enforcing park rules and regulations.
• Use a two-way radio communications system.
• Confer with local officials and law enforcement officers.
• Complete reports concerning incidents.
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension; enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed