Summer 2026 Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Nantasket Beach State Reservation

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Hingham, MA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor I. This role is located at Nantasket Beach State Reservation and is a seasonal position with a potential end date of 10/12/26. The position may require weekends and/or holidays, with schedules and days off at the discretion of the Supervisor. Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. If selected for this position and working less than 90 days, it will revert to a short-term position with a salary rate to be discussed during the interview phase. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) aims to protect and preserve Massachusetts’ environmental resources and promote a clean energy future. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) manages one of the largest state parks systems in the nation, encompassing over 450,000 acres of diverse natural, cultural, and recreational resources.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of forestry, parks or recreational management, or any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Knowledge of the geographic composition of the assigned work area.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and performs work relative to the seasonal operation, administration and maintenance of the assigned facility including such activities as grounds maintenance, building and equipment maintenance and repair and recreational programming.
• Supervises assigned staff performing visitor recreation and/or education services, facility maintenance and resource protection programs.
• Maintains, communicates and enforces professional standards for the quality of visitor services, staff appearance, facility maintenance, public safety and resource protection.
• Develops and maintains professional and/or service relationships with Friends Group, users and other organizations having particular interest in the assigned area, or areas.
• Communicates Park activities, incidents, and programs to other Departmental staff, Departmental communication includes the preparation of various written reports, electronic communication via computer, telephone and radio transmission.
• Prepares reports and maintains records regarding the daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal operation of the assigned area to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court referred individuals, etc.
• Performs related duties such as determining supply needs; operating and performing routine maintenance on various types of equipment and vehicles; providing information to the general public; interviewing candidates for employment; providing on-the-job training; using small hand tools; and other duties as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees