Park & Recreation Ranger 9 (Cheboygan State Park)

State of Michigan • Cheboygan, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Park & Recreation Ranger oversees and participates in the day-to-day operations of Parks and Recreation Division facilities. The employee assists the Unit Supervisor/Manager with delegated administrative tasks with minimal supervision and performs operational and maintenance duties. The role includes training and directing subordinate staff and maintaining park grounds, infrastructure, and equipment. The employee also serves as the worksite safety officer and is responsible for considering the safety of themselves, coworkers, and the public.

The position requires obtaining and maintaining a DNR Law Enforcement Commission and attending the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy. These are separate trainings that typically total 12 weeks, include overnight stays at a learning facility, and are intended to build physical capacity for handling incidents and knowledge of Parks and Recreation rules and park operations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school education, or education typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Three years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger E8.
• Must obtain and maintain a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.
• Must attend the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy; the trainings typically total 12 weeks and require overnight stays at a learning facility.
• At least 8 semester (12 term) college credits in natural resources, park management, or outdoor recreation may substitute for one year of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.
• At least 15 semester (22 term) college credits in natural resources, park management, or outdoor recreation may substitute for two years of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in day-to-day work activities related to facility operations.
• Assist the Unit Supervisor/Manager with delegated administrative tasks with minimal supervision.
• Oversee and perform operational and maintenance duties for Parks and Recreation Division facilities.
• Train and provide direction to subordinate staff.
• Maintain grounds, infrastructure, and equipment.
• Serve as worksite safety officer and take responsibility for personal, coworker, and public safety.
• Obtain and maintain a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.
• Attend the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED