PARK RANGER SENIOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Parker, CO

3d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area, or historic objects/artifacts for visitors; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations. Grounds­keeping activities.

Please note: Interviews will be conducted for Lake Havasu and Buckskin Mountain at the same time. If chosen, candidates may be offered a position at either park or / and depending on preference.

Requirements

• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Park rules, fees and revenue functions; techniques for display and interpretation of objects/ artifacts and general resources to visitors; general office procedures.
• Public relations and information dissemination; active listening; service orientation; critical thinking: driving and operating automotive equipment; basic curatorial techniques.
• Research of natural or historical information; performing math calculations; first aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships; deescalate upset or non-compliant visitors.
• Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment.
• Complete ASPT Volunteer Coordinator training within 12 months of appointment.
• This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business.
• Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Water Distribution and Treatment Systems Operator, and/or Certified Interpretive Guide.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Volunteer Coordinator for the park under the direction of the Park Manager and the ASPT Volunteer Manager.
• Recruit, onboard, schedule, and supervise camp host and local volunteers.
• Ensure that the volunteer program adheres to the requirements and protocols of ASPT.
• Coordinate human resources and recognition aspects for all volunteers.
• Provide customer service by phone and in-person and respond to public inquiries about park hours, accommodations, reservations.
• Responsible for park representation and decision making in absence of Park Assistant Manager.
• Provide supervision and training to Park Rangers and volunteers in customer service functions in a manner upholding ASPT policies.
• Perform cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop; collect and account for fees for park admission and store purchases.
• Serve as a SME for the ASPT POS and reservation systems, supervising and training Park Rangers and volunteers.
• Promote the safety of park visitors and enforce Park rules and protect Park resources.
• Utilize two-way radio communications system.
• Confer with local officials and law enforcement officers.
• Complete all necessary reports concerning incidents.
• Lead and assist in training subordinate staff.
• Other Duties as assigned as related to the position.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.
• Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior