DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Point State Park

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DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Point State Park

Salary

$23.15 Hourly

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-56278-74745

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Point St Prk

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

74745

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

PSRA

Bargaining Unit

R4

Pay Group

RG28

Bureau / Division Code

00386225

Bureau / Division

CN Point St Prk

Worksite Address

601 Commonwealth Place

Worksite Address

Building A

City

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15222

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

Ra-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
If you are enthusiastic about the beauty of nature, enjoy connecting with people, and wish to make a significant difference in the lives of others, consider joining Point State Park within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) as a seasonal Ranger Trainee.  This position allows you to support public safety while helping visitors explore the beautiful natural areas of the Commonwealth.  Here, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills as you learn how to participate in patrol work, emergency response, and community engagement.  Apply today to join a team that values professionalism, service, and a strong commitment to protecting Pennsylvania parks!Watch this video to see how DCNR Rangers make Pennsylvania a better place to work, live and play!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position focuses on ensuring the safety of park visitors, protecting park resources, and providing public contact throughout the park.  Within this role, you will gain the skills necessary to conduct patrol duties, provide emergency response, participate in law enforcement tasks, and assist visitors.  As a seasonal DCNR Ranger Trainee, you will learn how to perform the following duties:Park Patrol: Monitor park grounds, inspect facilities, and observe visitor activity to support safety and securityPublic Contact: Provide information to visitors and present a professional ranger presence through communication and conductSafety Response: Assist with incidents, emergencies, and first aid situations as directed by training and certificationsLaw Training: Learn enforcement procedures related to state park rules, regulations, and relevant Commonwealth codesOperational Support: Maintain logs, reports, and inventories related to park facilities, equipment, and incidentsInterested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits.  There is not an option to buy into health care benefits.  The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay.  The employee will automatically be returned to employment in March 2027.Work will be sche