Summer 2026 Seasonal Ranger II - Boston Harbor Islands State Park

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Hingham, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for Seasonal Ranger II – Boston Harbor Islands. This position may require working weekends and/or holidays. Schedules/Days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. The Ranger II – Boston Harbor Islands will carry out bureau related activities in the Islands District, patrol assigned park(s) to promote compliance with regulations, respond to incidents, provide visitor information, provide for the safety of visitors and protection of DCR’s cultural and natural resources, and all other related duties to carry out the mission or the Bureau of Ranger Services. Supervise Ranger I staff assigned to the Islands District.

Requirements

Ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively to the public.
Ability to read, understand, interpret, and explain laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Knowledge of patrol and enforcement techniques
Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and through observing and interviewing individuals.
Ability to read and interpret such documents as charts and maps
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information
Ability to make decisions and act quickly in emergency and dangerous situations
Ability to navigate various terrains under extremely variable weather conditions by orientation with map and compass
Physical stamina and endurance
Knowledge of natural and cultural interpretation
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of supervision
Knowledge of the types and applications of emergency medical procedures
Participates in meetings and projects of the Boston Harbor Islands Park Partnership
Motor vehicle operator’s license valid in Massachusetts
CPR certificate from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Standard First Aid or First Responder certificate from the American Red Cross
At least three 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.
Of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DCR, regulations, and policies
Increased abilities in patrol and enforcement techniques
Knowledge of the types and uses of DCR forms
Knowledge of DCR radios and computer programs
Knowledge of the specific natural, cultural, and historical environment of the Islands district
Knowledge of the use of fire fighting techniques and equipment
Ability to operate a snowmobile, ATV, motorboat, or horse
Ability to navigate utilizing a BPS unit
Ability to communicate through the use of internal and external email
An Associate's or higher degree with a major in park and/or recreation management, resource management, water resources management, environmental education, or park interpretation may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct patrols effectively utilizing techniques and available resources, ensure visitor compliance to applicable laws and regulations, provide visitor and customer service, assess facility resources, respond to medical incidents and provide first aid, and other public services as required.
Supervise the activities of rangers within the Islands District and coordinate those activities with Park Supervisors and the Regional Ranger.
Provide on the job training and orientation for Rangers assigned to DCR, South Region, and Islands District.
Respond to incidents, and act as a liaison to Law Enforcement
Assist in reviewing and maintenance of incident records, violations of rules and regulations, entering them into a central database.
Conduct investigations of incidents on behalf of the department, based on policy and assignment.
Procure equipment, materials, and maintain an inventory and the condition of issued equipment.
Complete records, reports, files, and logs.
Attend seminars, workshops, training sessions, etc…, in order to maintain proficiencies.
Participate in search and rescue operations in accordance with agency policy, and assist in the search function as a team leader, search manager, or other member of the overhead team.
Assist, as needed, in the prevention, detection, and suppression of wildland fires.
Provide informal and formal information/educational programs, demonstrations, and materials for schools and civic groups as requested, in areas such as Ranger programs, park activities and services, outdoor skills, natural and cultural history, and search and rescue.
Review special events permit requests and assist in events planning within the Islands District.
Occasionally assist at statewide incidents or functions
Assists in hiring process for Ranger Positions
Assists in the training of personnel within the Bureau of Ranger Services and personnel outside of the ranger program in Bureau related areas.
Conduct statewide and Bureau duties as assigned
Administer special Bureau programs as assigned.
Occasionally assist maintenance staff when assigned.