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About The Position

Requirements

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be able to read/write/speak English.
• Must project a pleasant and professional presence when interacting with the public.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License, a satisfactory driving record and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
• Successfully pass the PA State Police Criminal Record Check.
• Must possess good problem-solving ability and good judgment.
• Must be able to complete assigned work within deadlines.
• Must be familiar with all pertinent PA Fish & Boat and PA Game Commission regulations as well as local ordinances.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in resource protection, visitor services, outdoor education and/or emergency services preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Park Management/Administration, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides visitor services which include education and information regarding various topics such as recreational opportunities and safety.
• Observes, collects and reports information that affects division facilities and users.
• Educates the public about all division Rules and Regulations and enforces as needed.
• Organizes and performs recreational and interpretative programming.
• Responsible for crowd and traffic control within division facilities/events.
• Performs individual routine patrols by vehicle, bicycle, foot, utility vehicle and boat in a variety of weather conditions.
• Assists all local, county, state and federal agencies as needed.
• Performs daily vehicle/equipment check and completes daily patrol logs, incident reports, attendance counts and maintenance request forms.
• Assists in light maintenance including but not limited to trash pick-up and removal, restroom cleaning and snow removal.
• Assists with special events and projects in any region.
• Assists in natural resource restoration projects as directed.
• Provides emergency aid as trained for all visitors and contacts local EMS as needed.
• May supervise volunteers and/or community service workers.
• Required to take training as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.