Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Roxbury Heritage (Winter 25-26)
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Job Description - Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Roxbury Heritage (Winter 25-26) (250007KC)
Job Description
Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Roxbury Heritage (Winter 25-26) - (250007KC)
Position information
Position:
Forest and Park Supervisor I
Location:
Roxbury Heritage State Park
Start Date:
11/16/2025
End Date:
3/21/2026
Work Hours:
40 hrs
Number of positions:
1
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
Who We Are The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.
Job opening The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Forest & Park Supervisor I. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the maintenance of assigned recreational areas; inspecting the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities; patrolling recreational areas and facilities; permitting the use of recreational facilities, park areas, etc.; organizing and implementing recreational and cultural programs.
Duties
Supervises the maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including grounds maintenance, Significant Snow and Ice Operations responsibilities, building and equipment maintenance, and repair/removal of hazardous trees or limbs.
Inspects the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities to determine suitability for public use, ensure safety compliance, and determine maintenance needs.
Patrols recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies.
Checks buildings on a daily basis.
Issues permits or grants permission for use of facilities; collects related fees.
Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.
Assists in the organization and implementation of recreational and cultural programs for visitors.
Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court-referred individuals, etc.
Determines supply needs; operates and performs routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles; provides information to the public; interviews candidates for employment; provides on-the-job training; uses small hand tools.
Monitors operation, administration and maintenance of a major recreation area with one or more satellite locations; this includes operating the online revenue reporting system and the ORMS reservation system.
Represents the agency at meetings and conferences with federal, state, municipal agencies and community groups to provide information and secure cooperation or resolve problems.
Prepares budgets for assigned areas and documents resource needs for agency budget requests.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a current and valid Mass Driver's license.
Ability to work outside in inclement weather, work odd hours with overtime opportunities and holidays.
Preferred experience includes skill using snow and ice removal sidewalk equipment.
Qualifications First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in forestry, parks or recreational management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in forestry, natural resources management or parks and recreation management may be substituted for the required experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated based on the proportion of requirements completed.
Special Requirements:
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Location and job details
Primary Location:
United States-Massachusetts-Boston - 183 Roxbury Street
Job:
Community and Social Services
Agency:
Department of Conservation & Recreation
Schedule:
Full-time
Shift:
Day
Job Posting:
Oct 29, 2025
Number of Openings:
1
Salary:
48,279.66 - 65,978.30 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358
Bargaining Unit: 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No
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Job Description - Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Roxbury Heritage (Winter 25-26) (250007KC)
Job Description
Seasonal Forest And Park Supervisor I - Roxbury Heritage (Winter 25-26) - (250007KC)
Position information
Position:
Forest and Park Supervisor I
Location:
Roxbury Heritage State Park
Start Date:
11/16/2025
End Date:
3/21/2026
Work Hours:
40 hrs
Number of positions:
1
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
Who We Are The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.
Job opening The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Forest & Park Supervisor I. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the maintenance of assigned recreational areas; inspecting the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities; patrolling recreational areas and facilities; permitting the use of recreational facilities, park areas, etc.; organizing and implementing recreational and cultural programs.
Duties
Supervises the maintenance of assigned recreational areas, including grounds maintenance, Significant Snow and Ice Operations responsibilities, building and equipment maintenance, and repair/removal of hazardous trees or limbs.
Inspects the condition of state-operated forest and park recreational areas and facilities to determine suitability for public use, ensure safety compliance, and determine maintenance needs.
Patrols recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies.
Checks buildings on a daily basis.
Issues permits or grants permission for use of facilities; collects related fees.
Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.
Assists in the organization and implementation of recreational and cultural programs for visitors.
Coordinates the activities and work of volunteers, court-referred individuals, etc.
Determines supply needs; operates and performs routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles; provides information to the public; interviews candidates for employment; provides on-the-job training; uses small hand tools.
Monitors operation, administration and maintenance of a major recreation area with one or more satellite locations; this includes operating the online revenue reporting system and the ORMS reservation system.
Represents the agency at meetings and conferences with federal, state, municipal agencies and community groups to provide information and secure cooperation or resolve problems.
Prepares budgets for assigned areas and documents resource needs for agency budget requests.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of a current and valid Mass Driver's license.
Ability to work outside in inclement weather, work odd hours with overtime opportunities and holidays.
Preferred experience includes skill using snow and ice removal sidewalk equipment.
Qualifications First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in forestry, parks or recreational management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in forestry, natural resources management or parks and recreation management may be substituted for the required experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated based on the proportion of requirements completed.
Special Requirements:
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Location and job details
Primary Location:
United States-Massachusetts-Boston - 183 Roxbury Street
Job:
Community and Social Services
Agency:
Department of Conservation & Recreation
Schedule:
Full-time
Shift:
Day
Job Posting:
Oct 29, 2025
Number of Openings:
1
Salary:
48,279.66 - 65,978.30 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358
Bargaining Unit: 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No
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