PARK RANGER
Job no: 533081
Position type: Full-time
Location: LAKE HAVASU CITY
Division/Equivalent: STATE OF AZ
School/Unit: ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS
Department/Office: PR101-PR-PARKS DIVISION
Categories: Forestry/Wildland Fire/Natural Resources
ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILSManaging and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners.
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PARK RANGER
LAKE HAVASU STATE PARK
**must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays**
Job Location: |
Address: 699 London Bridge Road, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Posting Details: |
Salary: $17.50 - $19.00 / per hour
Grade: 16
Closing Date: April 27, 2025
Job Summary: |
Under general supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area, or historic objects/artifacts for visitors; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.
Job Duties: |
Outdoor Recreation & Programmatic:
- Hosts visitors; conducts interpretive programs and may lead guided walks or hikes.
- Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
- Works to keep park safe & clean through manual tasks involving grounds and equipment maintenance.
- Has responsibility for contributing to the park wayfinding program and trail network for the benefit of the park and patrons.
Customer Service:
- Provides customer service by phone and in-person and respond to publics inquires about park hours, accommodations, reservations.
- Has responsibility for contributing to the park wayfinding sign program and trail network for the benefit of the park and patrons.
Cash Handling:
- Perform cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop.
- Collect and account for fees for park admission and store purchases.
- Utilize P0S and Computer Reservation system which requires knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
Public & Staff Safety:
- Promote the safety of park visitors and enforces Park rules and protect Park resources.
- Utilizes two-way radio communications system; Confers with local officials and law enforcement officers.
- Completes all necessary reports concerning incidents.
• May lead and assist in training subordinate staff.
• Other Duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge of:
• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Park rules, fees and revenue functions.
• Techniques for display and interpretation of objects, artifacts and general resources to visitors.
• General office procedures.
Skill in:
• Public relations and information dissemination
• Active listening, service orientation, critical thinking.
• Driving and operating automatic equipment.
Ability to:
• Research of natural or historical information.
• Perform math calculations.
• First aid techniques.
• Oral and written communications.
• Interpersonal relationships.
• De-escalate upset or noncompliant visitors.
Selective Preference(s): |
Two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Specialist , OR three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry , Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted .
Pre-Employment Requirements: |
• Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver’s license appropriate to assignment.
• Within six months of appointment, possess and maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Within 12 months of appointment, require Interpretive Guide certification.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits: |
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
● Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
● Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
● 10 paid holidays per year
● Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
● Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
● Deferred compensation plan
● Wellness plans
● Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement: |
Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.
Contact Us: |
Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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