Winter 26/27 Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Blue Hills Reservation

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Milton, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks a Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor I for Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, Massachusetts. The position is scheduled to run from November 15, 2026, through March 20, 2027. Its primary duties involve snow and ice operations in inclement weather, with overtime and holiday work expected. The supervisor oversees and performs seasonal operations, administration, and maintenance at the assigned facility, including grounds, buildings, equipment, and recreational programming. The role also supervises staff and supports visitor services, facility maintenance, and resource protection.

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.
A current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required 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 agency forms and their uses.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of supervising others.

Responsibilities

Supervise and perform seasonal operations, administration, and maintenance of the assigned facility.
Perform snow and ice operations and work in inclement weather, including overtime and holiday work.
Maintain grounds, buildings, and equipment, and support recreational programming.
Drive state vehicles and UTVs and operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
Use hand and power tools, landscaping equipment, and snow and ice equipment.
Supervise staff providing visitor recreation and education services, facility maintenance, and resource protection.
Assign and schedule work, review and evaluate performance, and provide staff development and training.
Maintain, communicate, and enforce professional standards for visitor services, staff appearance, facility maintenance, public safety, and resource protection.
Develop and maintain professional and service relationships with Friends Groups, area users, and partner organizations.
Communicate park activities, incidents, and programs to Department staff through reports and electronic, telephone, and radio communications.
Prepare reports and maintain records about daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal operations, and make appropriate recommendations.
Coordinate volunteers, court-referred individuals, and others.
Determine supply needs, provide information to the public, interview employment candidates, and provide on-the-job training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.