Summer 2026 Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Fall River Heritage State Park

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Fall River, MA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) aims to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and foster a clean energy future for all residents. EEA is committed to environmental justice, ensuring all residents benefit from a safe, clean environment and the clean energy transition. As an employer, EEA provides meaningful, inclusive opportunities, valuing diversity, encouraging innovation, and promoting collaboration. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), a part of EEA, is dedicated to protecting, promoting, and enhancing the Commonwealth's natural, cultural, and recreational resources. DCR manages over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply lands, beaches, and other recreational facilities. The DCR is seeking a Seasonal Forest & Park Supervisor I for Fall River Heritage State Park. This is a seasonal position with a start date of ASAP and an end date of 11/14/26. Salaries are based on full-time/40 hours worked per week, though short-term positions (less than 90 days) may have a different salary rate discussed during the interview. This role may require working weekends and/or holidays, with schedules determined by the supervisor.

Requirements

• 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 (based on assignment).

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.
• Specific responsibilities relating to staff management include: work assignment and scheduling; work performance review and evaluation; and staff development and training.
• 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

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

What This Job Offers

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