Winter 26/27 Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Wellfleet Hollow

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Brewster, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks a Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor I, primarily responsible for Wellfleet Hollow Campground. The incumbent reports daily to Nickerson State Park in Brewster to receive assignments and a state vehicle, then travels to Wellfleet. The position also supports Nickerson State Park and the Cape Cod Rail Trail as needed. The role focuses primarily on snow and ice operations, including work in inclement weather, overtime, and holidays. It supervises and performs the seasonal operation, administration, and maintenance of the assigned facility, including grounds, buildings, equipment, recreational programming, and resource protection. The supervisor oversees staff and volunteers, maintains visitor-service and public-safety standards, communicates park activities and incidents, and prepares operational reports and records. The position runs from November 15, 2026, through March 20, 2027. The posting notes that positions lasting fewer than 90 days may revert to short-term status, in which case the salary rate will be discussed during the interview process. Compensation depends on factors including experience, seniority, agency budget, and role; union-represented positions follow the applicable bargaining-unit salary schedule.

Requirements

At least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time technical or professional experience in forestry, parks, or recreational management, or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifying education.
An associate's degree or higher in forestry, natural resources management, or parks and recreation management may substitute for the required experience; education toward such a degree is prorated based on completed requirements.
A current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License, based on assignment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 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

Supervise and perform work related to seasonal facility operations, administration, and maintenance.
Perform snow and ice operations and work in inclement weather, including overtime and holiday work as required.
Maintain grounds, buildings, and equipment; perform repairs and support recreational programming.
Operate state vehicles and UTVs, and use hand tools, power tools, landscaping equipment, and snow and ice equipment.
Supervise assigned staff providing visitor recreation or education services, facility maintenance, and resource protection.
Assign and schedule work, review and evaluate performance, and provide staff development and training.
Communicate and enforce professional standards for visitor services, staff appearance, facility maintenance, public safety, and resource protection.
Develop and maintain professional or service relationships with Friends Groups, users, and other partners or organizations.
Communicate park activities, incidents, and programs to departmental staff through reports and electronic communication, telephone, and radio.
Prepare reports and maintain daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal operating records; provide information and recommendations.
Coordinate the activities and work of volunteers and court-referred individuals.
Determine supply needs; operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles; provide information to the public; interview employment candidates; and provide on-the-job training.
Support Nickerson State Park and the Cape Cod Rail Trail as needed.