PARK RANGER id-8063

May 7, 2025

Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people both in our parks and through our partners.

To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com.

Arizona State Parks and Trails protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. Arizona State Parks and Trails provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout the parks and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in Arizona.

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LYMAN LAKE STATE PARK

• *Must be able to work weekends, holidays and evenings**

Job Location:

Address: 38144 South US HWY 180-191, St. Johns, AZ 85936

(11 mi. S of St. Johns on Hwy 191)

Posting Details:

Salary: $17.50 - $19.00 / per hour

Grade: 16

Closing Date: May 19, 2025

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks and is responsible for recommending improvement and repair projects, which includes planning and maintaining park facilities and grounds in a timely manner.

Job Duties:

Maintenance:

- Maintains, inspects, repairs all park building for any problems or hazards; completion of various carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and welding. Improvement and repair projects while following maintenance standards. Vehicle and equipment repair, including but not limited to; Trucks, Tractors, Lawn equipment, Etc.

Janitorial:

- Maintains all restrooms in clean, sanitary conditions; to include disinfecting toilets, sinks, water fountains, and showers. Sweep and mop floors. Restock towels, toilet paper, soap dispensers. Ability to pass D.O.C. training, in order to work with inmate working crews.

Outdoor & Trail:

- Maintains campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, and/or other recreational site, to include litter removal, trail maintenance, hauling debris. Heavy lifting is required

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.

Cash Handling:

- Perform cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop; collect and account for fees for park admission and store purchases.

- Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Techniques in maintenance and upkeep of facilities and Park grounds; park curatorial practices and display techniques; park rules, fees and revenue functions; techniques for display and interpretation of objects/ artifacts and general resources to visitors; law enforcement practices and principles; general office procedures.

Skill in:

Public relations and information dissemination; practices and techniques of maintenance; driving, operating and maintaining automotive equipment; basic curatorial techniques

Ability to:

Research of natural or historical information; performing math calculations; first aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.

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 Resource 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.

Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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.

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