Seasonal Ranger Mounted Unit - Summer 2026

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Milton, MA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Position: Ranger I - Mounted Unit
Start Date: April 05, 2026
End Date: October 31, 2026
Bi-Weekly: $2.029/50
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seek to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.
Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Park Ranger assigned to the agency's Mounted Unit. The Ranger will conduct mounted patrol, programs, special and ceremonial events, at assigned park(s) to promote compliance with regulations, provide visitor information, provide for the safety of visitors and protection of the natural, cultural and park resources, prepare and conduct education programs, lead walks, participate in special events and any other duties to carry out the mission of the Bureau of Ranger Services.

Requirements

• Applicants must have at least: (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in park or resource management, environmental education, water resources or water supply management, or natural/cultural history interpretation or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.
• Possession of a current and valid CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) certificate from the American Red Cross or the American heart Association.
• Possession of a current and valid standard first aid and personal safety certificate and first responder certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to stand, ride (a patrol horse), and walk for prolong periods of time.
• Ability to successfully complete the agency's Mounted Unit Certification
• Ability to successfully complete the agency's Mounted Unit Certification Program
• Ability to work in the environment of a horse stable and paddocks including, but not limited to, being around animals/horses, hay, shavings, horse products, and having the ability to have 5-gallon water containers/buckets, lift bales of hay, shavings and grain bags, and working in extreme weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Considered essential personnel: working holidays, weekends, emergency days, etc. as horse unit needs required.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison to the public, and coordinate and participate in volunteer activities.
• Assess and maintain trails and perform other maintenance duties as assigned.
• Assist stable staff with maintenance and cleaning in and around the stable as needed.
• Attend seminars, workshops, training sessions, etc., to maintain proficiency.
• Care for and maintain agency horses.
• Complete and maintain Bureau records, reports, files, and logs.
• Conduct, provide and participate in mounted park patrols, programs, special events, ceremonial events, mutual aid, mounted unit training, and mounted search and rescue operations.
• Effectively utilizing techniques and available resources, enforcing applicable laws and regulations, providing visitor services, assessing facility resources, assisting visitors with first aid, and other public services as required.
• Issue parking citations and enforce agency regulations.
• Maintain agency equipment.
• Participate in all mounted ranger activities, initiatives, and programs.
• Plan, design, and create displays, brochures, flyers, and other public literature.
• Prepare and conduct mounted unit programs and stable tours for general public, schools, special needs, and other special interest groups.
• Produce and provide informal and formal informational/educational programs, demonstrations, and materials to schools, civic groups, and general public as requested, in areas such as ranger programs, park activities and services, outdoor skills, natural and cultural history, and search and rescue.
• Respond to emergency, non-emergency, and medical incidents providing first aid/CPR when required.
• Support DCR special events statewide.
• Transport agency horses to destinations when assigned.
• Supervise employees of lower grade upon request.
• Additional duties as required

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree