Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Neshaminy State Park
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) - Neshaminy State Park
Join the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Seasonal DCNR Ranger Trainee at Neshaminy State Park. We’re looking for a passion for the great outdoors, community engagement, and a desire to make a meaningful impact. In this role you will interact with the public while learning to enforce essential State Park rules and regulations, preserving our natural resources. This position offers professional development and career advancement opportunities.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a DCNR Ranger Trainee, you will participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program. You will acquire skills in public contact, customer service, outdoor recreation, conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, policy implementation, and law enforcement. Specific duties include:
Assisting with patrols and responding to safety issues, visitor assistance, emergencies, and violations of park law.
Completing daily and monthly logs on campgrounds, facilities, equipment, visitor safety, incidents, citations, arrests, accidents, and attendance.
Preparing launching, mooring, and camping permits by entering data into the Reservation and Revenue System.
Collecting fees and preparing transmittals by checking daily receipts for accuracy and making bank deposits.
WORK SCHEDULE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Seasonal, full‑time 40 hrs/week with no healthcare benefits. Season runs approximately March 2026 – November 2026; unpaid leave thereafter. Replaced in March 2027.
Workdays and shifts vary, including holidays, weekends, and evenings. A 30‑minute lunch is provided.
Telework is not available.
Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
Further communication will be sent via email; check inbox and spam/junk folders.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Completion of 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or a closely related field; or
Six months of experience providing visitor services in a public park, forest, recreation area, or privately owned outdoor education center; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age 21 years at time of employment.
Possession of an active motor‑vehicle license.
Completion of a structured law‑enforcement training program to obtain arrest authority.
Valid certification in standard first aid and CPR (adult, child, infant) approved by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent during the trainee period.
Pass psychological testing (MMPI). Failure is a basis for removal.
Pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI criminal background checks. Convictions with possible prison term over one year is a basis for removal.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Meet PA residency requirement. Learn more about PA residency requirements.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Pass a background investigation.
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
Conditional offer of employment requires satisfactory criminal history reports including: PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.
HOW TO APPLY
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; only information provided on the application will be considered.
Attach a copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial) if claiming education.
Submit application by the posting closing date. Late or missing materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration.
VETERANS
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans.
Learn more about employment preferences for veterans at www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application (including all supplemental questions) serves as your exam. No additional exam at a test center.
Your score is based on detailed information you provide.
Score is valid only for this posting.
Provide complete and accurate information: incomplete may lower score or disqualify.
Only one application/test per posting.
Results will be sent via email.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Other
Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by 2x.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a DCNR Ranger Trainee, you will participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program. You will acquire skills in public contact, customer service, outdoor recreation, conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, policy implementation, and law enforcement. Specific duties include:
Assisting with patrols and responding to safety issues, visitor assistance, emergencies, and violations of park law.
Completing daily and monthly logs on campgrounds, facilities, equipment, visitor safety, incidents, citations, arrests, accidents, and attendance.
Preparing launching, mooring, and camping permits by entering data into the Reservation and Revenue System.
Collecting fees and preparing transmittals by checking daily receipts for accuracy and making bank deposits.
WORK SCHEDULE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Seasonal, full‑time 40 hrs/week with no healthcare benefits. Season runs approximately March 2026 – November 2026; unpaid leave thereafter. Replaced in March 2027.
Workdays and shifts vary, including holidays, weekends, and evenings. A 30‑minute lunch is provided.
Telework is not available.
Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
Further communication will be sent via email; check inbox and spam/junk folders.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Completion of 15 college credits in natural or environmental sciences, natural resource management, park management, recreation, forestry, environmental education, ecology, wildlife management, or a closely related field; or
Six months of experience providing visitor services in a public park, forest, recreation area, or privately owned outdoor education center; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age 21 years at time of employment.
Possession of an active motor‑vehicle license.
Completion of a structured law‑enforcement training program to obtain arrest authority.
Valid certification in standard first aid and CPR (adult, child, infant) approved by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent during the trainee period.
Pass psychological testing (MMPI). Failure is a basis for removal.
Pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI criminal background checks. Convictions with possible prison term over one year is a basis for removal.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Meet PA residency requirement. Learn more about PA residency requirements.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Pass a background investigation.
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
Conditional offer of employment requires satisfactory criminal history reports including: PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.
HOW TO APPLY
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; only information provided on the application will be considered.
Attach a copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial) if claiming education.
Submit application by the posting closing date. Late or missing materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration.
VETERANS
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans.
Learn more about employment preferences for veterans at www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application (including all supplemental questions) serves as your exam. No additional exam at a test center.
Your score is based on detailed information you provide.
Score is valid only for this posting.
Provide complete and accurate information: incomplete may lower score or disqualify.
Only one application/test per posting.
Results will be sent via email.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Other
Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by 2x.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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