Park Ranger Housekeeping - Lake Anna State Park
About The Position
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is hiring a Park Ranger focused on housekeeping at Lake Anna State Park. The role supervises housekeeping and maintenance operations to ensure overnight facilities are safe, meet agency standards, and welcome guests. It includes leading and assisting with daily cleaning and servicing of park facilities, routine cleaning and repairs, and inspection of rental facilities before occupancy. The ranger also provides visitor information and assistance, addresses facility-related concerns, supports fee collection and public relations, and educates guests about park rules. The position involves working outdoors in all seasons and exposure to dust, animals, and insects. It requires manual labor, including standing, bending, pulling, climbing, and frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds. Virginia State Parks employees wear state-issued uniforms and work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays. Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal history record check.
Requirements
- Skilled in the use of a computer and various software programs.
- Ability to lead, direct, and train others.
- Valid driver's license.
- Experience in cleaning or janitorial work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in inventory management.
- Experience in basic construction or maintenance trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, or masonry.
- Previous work experience within parks and/or recreation or a similar environment.
- Experience overseeing workplace safety, OSHA compliance, and safety training.
Responsibilities
- Supervise maintenance and housekeeping activities, leading and assisting with daily cleaning and servicing of park facilities.
- Perform ongoing routine cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to overnight facilities.
- Inspect rental facilities before occupancy to ensure standards are met.
- Provide customer service by sharing park information, answering visitor questions, and addressing facility-related concerns.
- Support fee collection, visitor assistance, and public relations as needed.
- Educate guests on park rules and promote a positive, respectful park environment.
Benefits
- Paid leave.
- A minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement plans, including a 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions.
- Federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
- Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
- Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff after six months of service, including specified free camping and discounted cabin stays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
