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NEOGOV · 13 hours ago

DCNR Ranger (Seasonal) - Tiadaghton Forest District

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a DCNR Ranger to engage with the public and enforce state forest regulations. This role involves patrolling forest areas, responding to complaints, and investigating incidents to ensure public safety and protect natural resources.

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Responsibilities

Interact with the public to promote safety and improve their experience in state forest areas
Enforce adherence to all applicable laws, state forest regulations, and policies
Patrol the forest and respond to complaints
Investigate accidents and suspected criminal activities
File charges with the district judge and prosecute cases on behalf of the Commonwealth
Prepare incident reports, investigative summaries, and daily logs

Qualification

Law enforcement trainingNatural resource managementFirst aid certificationCPR certificationExperience as park rangerPublic interactionReport writingCommunication skills

Required

Successful completion of the DCNR Ranger Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) program; or
Completion of a department approved law enforcement training program and 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
One year of experience as a forest or park ranger at a park or recreational facility which includes the authority to exercise the powers of arrest
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 obtain commission as a State Park or State Forest Officer and maintain this commission for the duration of employment in this job
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 probationary 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
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

Benefits

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

Company

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

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

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
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