DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Hickory Run State Park Complex jobs in United States
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NEOGOV · 16 hours ago

DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Hickory Run State Park Complex

NEOGOV is seeking passionate individuals for the seasonal DCNR Ranger Trainee position at Hickory Run State Park Complex. This role involves a comprehensive training program focused on enhancing visitor experiences through responsible recreation, park management, and outdoor education, while ensuring the safety and preservation of the park's natural resources.

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Responsibilities

Engage in a comprehensive one-year training program that combines formal education with practical experience to cultivate essential skills in public interaction and customer service
Gain insights into current trends and challenges in outdoor recreation and conservation, as well as learn about conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, and relevant departmental policies and regulations, including law enforcement practices necessary for a DCNR Ranger
Assist with park patrols and effectively address various situations, such as safety concerns, visitor assistance, emergencies, and potential violations of laws or regulations

Qualification

Natural sciences educationVisitor services experienceLaw enforcement trainingFirst aid certificationCPR certificationPublic safety knowledgeEnvironmental educationCustomer service skillsReading comprehensionWritten communication

Required

Completion of 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, parks or outdoor recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or in a closely related field; or
Six months of experience providing visitor services in a public park, forest, recreation area, or a privately-owned and operated nature or outdoor education center; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training
You must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment
All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license
All employees must successfully complete a structured law enforcement training program to obtain authority in exercising the powers of arrest during the trainee period
All employees must obtain valid certification in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR approved by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent during the trainee period
All employees must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). Failure to pass this test is a basis for removal from the position
All employees must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI Criminal Background Checks. A record of conviction of a criminal offense for which more than one year in prison can be imposed as punishment is a basis for removal from the position
This position requires employees to successfully pass a physical fitness test within 6 months of the start of employment
You must meet the PA residency requirement
You must be able to perform essential job functions
You must pass a background investigation
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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