Forestry Ranger Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary This position is responsible for the management of Cathedral Gorge State Park and the Regional Visitor Center near Panaca and Beaver Dam State Park 36 miles from Caliente. The 1,784-acre Cathedral Gorge is world renowned for the dramatic clay spirals throughout the park, remnants of a Pliocene-era lakebed.

The park also maintains a 24/7 RV campground, hiking/mt. bike trails and the Regional Visitor Center. Beaver Dam State Park is 5,629 acres and offers primitive camping sites, scenic vistas, hiking/UTV trails and stream fishing for trout.

Management responsibilities include supervision of permanent and seasonal employees, various administrative duties including budget development and oversight, collection and safeguarding of fees, overall maintenance and operations, employee performance evaluations, completion of routine and special reports. The incumbent must make decisions regarding resources, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. This is a commissioned (Law Enforcement) position with public safety responsibilities and is required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends in a variety of weather conditions.

All personnel in the Park Supervisor series are responsible for ensuring a high level of customer service, developing and presenting a variety of visitor programs, performing ground/facility maintenance and custodial duties. In addition, the successful candidate is required to have extensive natural resource management, recreation and administrative expertise. Park Supervisors, at this level, are often required to determine the most applicable natural resource approach.

They are also required to provide the training and career development for their staff, identify facility/grounds maintenance needs and determine the most cost effect way to coordinate equipment and materials. Park residency, at this location, is mandatory. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their ability to work in this geographical location.

Since this is a commissioned position, the successful candidate, if not currently NV POST certified, would have to successfully complete a NV POST approved Category 1 Peace Officer Academy. The cost of the academy would be paid by the agency. Park Supervisors (Commissioned) plan, organize, oversee and participate in the administration, law enforcement, maintenance, interpretive programs and resource management of an assigned State park.

Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, criminal justice or related field and three years of park ranger experience, one year of which included experience in supervising the operation, maintenance and interpretative programs at a park or major section of a park; OR one year experience as a Park Supervisor I or Park Ranger III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Job Duties Develop and administer the park budget; prepare and submit budget proposals and project needs; plan and approve purchases; and establish and monitor spending plans. Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; develop work programs and performance standards; delegate and review assignments; counsel staff and take disciplinary action as appropriate; and coordinate special work programs with community organizations, volunteers and federal, State and local agencies.

Prepare and submit reports on all aspects of park operation and maintenance; attend public, agency and interagency meetings; manage equipment and property inventories; may administer leases, concessions and management agreements; monitor construction projects; develop and maintain the park's operational plan; oversee employee and visitor safety programs; and manage employee residences. Oversee the collection of park user fees; review permit transactions and deposits; develop and implement collection policies and procedures; and ensure proper collection and accounting for park revenues. Provide park services to enhance the park experience for visitors; plan and implement special programs and events; delegate interpretive assignments and provide technical assistance; review and evaluate program quantity and quality; administer sales outlets; and make public information available.

Oversee and participate in the park law enforcement program; assess needs and determine training and proficiency levels; implement emergency management plans as needed; and ensure compliance with State law and division policy to preserve the peace and protect the public and park resources. Manage the park's natural and cultural resources; identify resource problems and formulate solutions; and effectively utilize resource management practices to preserve and maintain the park resources. Plan, organize and manage the park maintenance program; develop goals and objectives; establish priorities and coordinate maintenance and repair projects; formulate equipment and vehicle servicing plans; oversee and participate in the custodial care of park buildings and facilities.

Positions allocated to this class supervise a State park which requires park management skills due to a combination of factors including the extent of facilities, visitor attendance, user fees, physical acreage, permanent and seasonal staff supervised, and complexity of operation. The Park Supervisor II is distinguished from the Park Supervisor I by responsibility for concessions, special patrol and protection requirements, diversified programs and services offered, and varied recreational activities. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Working knowledge of: park management principles and practices; development and implementation of interpretive programs and visitor services; law enforcement rules, regulations, and procedures applicable to State park operations; emergency medical procedures and equipment; modern methods and equipment used to preserve the peace and enforce the law.

Ability to: develop goals and objectives for park operation and maintenance; prepare and administer complex budgets with multiple funding sources; administer contracts and concessions; coordinate and manage repair and maintenance projects; train and supervise permanent and seasonal staff; oversee and participate in the park's law enforcement activities; develop solutions to special law enforcement problems; and all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower level. Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages

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