Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. This position assists with the management of the Walker River State Recreation Area (WRSRA) near Yerington, Nevada. At this time, the park consists of 3 distinct management areas: the Pitchfork Ranch, Rafter 7 Ranch, and the Flying M Ranch/9-Mile Ranch Units. The park encompasses more than 12,000 non-contiguous acres, and approximately 28 miles of the East Walker River offering a variety of recreation opportunities. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their willingness and ability to work in this geographical location. The Park Ranger III supervises permanent and seasonal positions, performs field and administrative duties, and acts as assistant Park Supervisor. The Ranger III provides land management, recreation and administrative expertise to ensure efficient management of the park's operations and ecosystems. The incumbent must make decisions regarding resources, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. The position provides guidance and development to assigned staff. The Park Ranger III works with staff, other agencies and private groups to develop interpretive programming and activities in order to promote parks and outdoor recreation. All personnel in the Park Ranger series perform grounds maintenance, custodial duties, collect and account for fees, present interpretive programs and perform minor maintenance. This is a commissioned position with public safety responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to work various hours and shifts, including weekends, holidays and nights. Park residency is required in the provided state housing. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/05/2020
Jul 30, 2020
Full Time
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. This position assists with the management of the Walker River State Recreation Area (WRSRA) near Yerington, Nevada. At this time, the park consists of 3 distinct management areas: the Pitchfork Ranch, Rafter 7 Ranch, and the Flying M Ranch/9-Mile Ranch Units. The park encompasses more than 12,000 non-contiguous acres, and approximately 28 miles of the East Walker River offering a variety of recreation opportunities. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their willingness and ability to work in this geographical location. The Park Ranger III supervises permanent and seasonal positions, performs field and administrative duties, and acts as assistant Park Supervisor. The Ranger III provides land management, recreation and administrative expertise to ensure efficient management of the park's operations and ecosystems. The incumbent must make decisions regarding resources, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. The position provides guidance and development to assigned staff. The Park Ranger III works with staff, other agencies and private groups to develop interpretive programming and activities in order to promote parks and outdoor recreation. All personnel in the Park Ranger series perform grounds maintenance, custodial duties, collect and account for fees, present interpretive programs and perform minor maintenance. This is a commissioned position with public safety responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to work various hours and shifts, including weekends, holidays and nights. Park residency is required in the provided state housing. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/05/2020
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position is located at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park encompasses 14,000 acres on the East Shore of world-renown Lake Tahoe. The primary duty station, Sand Harbor hosts over 800,000 visitors each year. Typical activities are boating, swimming and picnicking. The climate is high elevation with mild summers and snow in winter. Park Rangers assist in overall park management and in larger parks are typically responsible for specific areas of management such as fee collection, seasonal employee supervision, visitor center oversight, resource management or Law Enforcement Nevada State Park Rangers are generalists and typical duties include: cleaning and maintaining park buildings/grounds; gathering visitor information/statistics; collecting and accounting for fees; responding to visitor inquiries; preparing reports; and handling correspondence. Incumbents prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities. At Lake Tahoe State Park, intense summer visitation requires extended periods of fast paced work. The schedule will vary by season. This position will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. Commissioned Position information: As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep peace, respond to emergency situations as required. Law enforcement academy training will be provided. Park Housing is not available for this recruitment. Advancement Opportunities: Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year. Park Ranger positions provide qualifying experience for advancement to the Park Supervisor series. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/18/2020
Aug 05, 2020
Full Time
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position is located at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park encompasses 14,000 acres on the East Shore of world-renown Lake Tahoe. The primary duty station, Sand Harbor hosts over 800,000 visitors each year. Typical activities are boating, swimming and picnicking. The climate is high elevation with mild summers and snow in winter. Park Rangers assist in overall park management and in larger parks are typically responsible for specific areas of management such as fee collection, seasonal employee supervision, visitor center oversight, resource management or Law Enforcement Nevada State Park Rangers are generalists and typical duties include: cleaning and maintaining park buildings/grounds; gathering visitor information/statistics; collecting and accounting for fees; responding to visitor inquiries; preparing reports; and handling correspondence. Incumbents prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities. At Lake Tahoe State Park, intense summer visitation requires extended periods of fast paced work. The schedule will vary by season. This position will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. Commissioned Position information: As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep peace, respond to emergency situations as required. Law enforcement academy training will be provided. Park Housing is not available for this recruitment. Advancement Opportunities: Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year. Park Ranger positions provide qualifying experience for advancement to the Park Supervisor series. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/18/2020
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. Positions are located in Big Bend State Recreation Area, which is a popular, water-based recreation site located five miles south of Laughlin, Nevada. Typical activities include boating, jet skiing, fishing and camping. This is a typical Mojave Desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Park Rangers assist in overall park management and in larger parks are typically responsible for specific areas of management such as fee collection, seasonal employee supervision, visitor center oversight, resource management or Law Enforcement. Nevada State Park Rangers are generalists, typical duties include cleaning and maintaining park buildings/grounds. Other duties include gathering visitor information/statistics, collecting and accounting for fees, responding to visitor inquiries, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. Incumbents prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities. At Big Bend of the Colorado, intensive summer visitation require extended periods of fast paced work. The schedule will vary by season. This position will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. Commissioned Position information: As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep peace, and respond to emergency situations as required. Nevada POST Law Enforcement Academy training will be provided. Housing is not provided at this location. Advancement Opportunities: Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year. Park Ranger positions provide qualifying experience for advancement to the Park Supervisor series. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/18/2020
Jul 29, 2020
Full Time
Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. Positions are located in Big Bend State Recreation Area, which is a popular, water-based recreation site located five miles south of Laughlin, Nevada. Typical activities include boating, jet skiing, fishing and camping. This is a typical Mojave Desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Park Rangers assist in overall park management and in larger parks are typically responsible for specific areas of management such as fee collection, seasonal employee supervision, visitor center oversight, resource management or Law Enforcement. Nevada State Park Rangers are generalists, typical duties include cleaning and maintaining park buildings/grounds. Other duties include gathering visitor information/statistics, collecting and accounting for fees, responding to visitor inquiries, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. Incumbents prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities. At Big Bend of the Colorado, intensive summer visitation require extended periods of fast paced work. The schedule will vary by season. This position will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. Commissioned Position information: As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep peace, and respond to emergency situations as required. Nevada POST Law Enforcement Academy training will be provided. Housing is not provided at this location. Advancement Opportunities: Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year. Park Ranger positions provide qualifying experience for advancement to the Park Supervisor series. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 08/18/2020
