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Location : Prince George's County, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: NHRD.PR23
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Division: Natural and Historical Res
Opening Date: 11/14/2023
Closing Date: 12/5/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Prince George's Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural & Historical Resources Division, Park Ranger Unit is seeking a Seasonal Intermittent Park Ranger conducting natural resource and wildlife projects, field patrols, programs, and event support.
This position requires working between dusk until dawn during the times wherein deer management activities take place (select days from January through March). Responsibilities include wildlife/natural resource work, routine patrols of fishing and hunting sites, patrols at undeveloped and developed parks, wildlife habitat and conservation projects, and conducting education programs. This position will also work during department-wide events as assigned.
General work hours will vary and will include weekdays, at least one weekend day, some evenings, and possible holidays. The weekly work schedule will be 20 +/- hours per week not to exceed 30 hours. Possible 40-hour work weeks between January through March and June through August.
This position pays at a rate of $16.00 to $20.00 per hour dependent on experience and qualifications.
Examples of Important Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred candidate will have hunting experience and be comfortable handling/field dressing deer carcasses. Related education experience in wildlife management, science related background, previous Park Ranger work or park-related experience is preferred.
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
A complete background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
This position does not provide benefits.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES
The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.
Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees
Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.
If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.
Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan
Other Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
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Do you have a college degree in education, natural resource management, environmental science, wildlife management, or a related field, or an equivalent amount of experience?
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
Required Question
Location : Prince George's County, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: NHRD.PR23
Department: PGC Parks and Recreation
Division: Natural and Historical Res
Opening Date: 11/14/2023
Closing Date: 12/5/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Prince George's Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural & Historical Resources Division, Park Ranger Unit is seeking a Seasonal Intermittent Park Ranger conducting natural resource and wildlife projects, field patrols, programs, and event support.
This position requires working between dusk until dawn during the times wherein deer management activities take place (select days from January through March). Responsibilities include wildlife/natural resource work, routine patrols of fishing and hunting sites, patrols at undeveloped and developed parks, wildlife habitat and conservation projects, and conducting education programs. This position will also work during department-wide events as assigned.
General work hours will vary and will include weekdays, at least one weekend day, some evenings, and possible holidays. The weekly work schedule will be 20 +/- hours per week not to exceed 30 hours. Possible 40-hour work weeks between January through March and June through August.
This position pays at a rate of $16.00 to $20.00 per hour dependent on experience and qualifications.
Examples of Important Duties
- Assist Park Rangers in conducting deer population surveys on park land.
- Build and maintain deer exclosures on park land; gather and analyze data from exclosures.
- Maintain sign-in kiosks at recreational hunting sites, as well as conduct routine patrols and enforce hunting and fishing regulations on park land.
- Assist in the preparation and implementation of a Park Police-based Sharpshooting Program in February and March.
- Create maps using GIS-based software.
- Assist with nuisance wildlife management.
- Data entry, analysis, and reporting on deer population studies.
- Ability to safely use chainsaws, brush mowers, and hand tools.
- Provide support for department events and programs.
- Assist with nature and recreational programs.
- Ability to do bike patrols on paved and natural surface trails.
Minimum Qualifications
- College degree in appropriate field such as education, natural resource management, environmental science, wildlife management, or related field
- Experience working in parks, dealing with the public, and conducting programs for all age groups.
- Experience with hunting wild game, specifically deer, preferred.
- Experience with fishing preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Able to carry/lift up to 50 pounds.
- Knowledge of wildlife or natural resources management.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings/nights and weekends/weekdays.
- Required to work from 2:00pm to 2:00am during select days from January through March.
- Organizational skills and basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel)
- Comfortable working outdoors in inclement winter weather, or hot summer weather.
- Basic knife handling skills and comfortable around firearms.
- Ability to read a map and create maps using GIS-based software is preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred candidate will have hunting experience and be comfortable handling/field dressing deer carcasses. Related education experience in wildlife management, science related background, previous Park Ranger work or park-related experience is preferred.
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
A complete background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
This position does not provide benefits.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES
The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.
Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees
Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.
If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.
Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
- UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
Other Benefits
- Credit Union
- Sick Leave Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
01
Do you have a college degree in education, natural resource management, environmental science, wildlife management, or a related field, or an equivalent amount of experience?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
