Park & Recreation Ranger 6-E8 (Clear Lake State Park)

State of Michigan • Atlanta, MI

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About The Position

This position participates in the day-to-day work of a Parks and Recreation Division facility. The employee assists the Unit Supervisor/Lead Ranger with delegated administrative tasks with minimal supervision and performs operational and maintenance duties. The role also trains and guides staff, maintains grounds, infrastructure, and equipment, and performs other assigned duties. The employee is responsible for their own safety and the safety of coworkers and the public. A DNR Law Enforcement Commission must be obtained and maintained.

Attendance at the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy is required. These are separate trainings that typically total 12 weeks and include overnight stays at a learning facility. The courses are intended to improve physical ability to handle incidents and knowledge of Parks and Recreation rules and park operations.

Requirements

• Completion of high school is the typical educational level acquired.
• For the Park and Recreation Ranger E8 level, two years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger 7, is required.
• Obtain and maintain a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.
• Attend the required Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy, which typically total 12 weeks and require overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

• 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

• Participate in day-to-day operations of Parks and Recreation Division facilities.
• Assist the Unit Supervisor/Lead Ranger with delegated administrative tasks with minimal supervision.
• Perform operational and maintenance duties consistent with facility operations.
• Train and provide guidance to staff.
• Maintain grounds, infrastructure, and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of coworkers and the public.
• Obtain and maintain a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.
• Attend the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy.

What This Job Offers

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