Park Ranger

The Mariners Museum • Newport News, VA

402d • $35,360 - $35,360

About The Position

The Park Ranger at The Mariners' Museum is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of park users and museum guests. This role combines outdoor responsibilities in the park with indoor duties within the museum, providing a secure environment while delivering excellent customer service. The position requires a passion for the outdoors and a willingness to learn, with a focus on teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain various museum-sponsored safety and emergency response certifications.
• Valid Motor Vehicles driver's license with a good DMV record.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in a similar role preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the park and Noland Trail to maintain a positive presence and enforce park rules.
• Monitor and patrol Mariners' Lake, providing safety support for lake programming.
• Operate the Control Room, monitoring cameras and alarms, and serve as the first point of contact for visitors.
• Greet team members and distribute badges in the museum.
• Monitor locked and secured areas of the museum and enforce rules and expectations.

Benefits

• Three weeks of accrued vacation from the first day.
• Two weeks of accrued sick leave.
• Personal Days.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Retirement Plan with company match.
• Health and Dental Insurance with generous employer contribution.
• Coffee, donuts, and professional development every Thursday.
• Opportunities for kayaking on Mariners' Lake.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
• Education Level: High school or GED