Park & Recreation Ranger 6-E8 (Bald Mountain Recreation Area)

State of Michigan • Lake Orion, MI

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About The Position

This position participates in the day-to-day operations of Parks and Recreation Division-administered facilities. The employee assists the Unit Supervisor/Lead Ranger with delegated administrative tasks, with minimal supervision, and performs operational and maintenance duties. The role includes training and guiding staff and maintaining grounds, infrastructure, and equipment. The employee is responsible for their own safety and for the safety of coworkers and the public. The position requires obtaining and maintaining a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.

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, include courses to build physical ability to handle incidents and knowledge of Parks and Recreation rules and park operations, and require overnight stays at a learning facility.

Requirements

• Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Two years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger 7.
• Completion of the Parks and Recreation Division Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy, typically totaling 12 weeks and requiring overnight stays at a learning facility.
• Obtain and maintain a DNR Law Enforcement Commission.

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

• Assist the Unit Supervisor/Lead Ranger with delegated administrative tasks, with minimal supervision.
• Perform operational and maintenance duties for Parks and Recreation Division-administered facilities.
• Train and provide guidance to staff.
• Maintain grounds, infrastructure, and equipment.
• Take personal responsibility for the safety of oneself, 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED