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Seasonal Universal Access Program Supervisor 90 Days STS
 

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Position: (1) Short Term Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor I (Universal Access)
 

Start Date: 5/31/2026
 

End Date: 9/07/2026
 

Location :  Amherst Field Office

40 Cold Storage Drive, Amherst MA 01003

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:
 

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse
state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor
recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000
acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds,
swimming pools, skating rinks, golf courses, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for Adaptive
Recreation Assistants to fill the position of Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor I.

DCR's Universal Access Program (UAP) offers a unique opportunity for people of all abilities to
take part in a wide array of outdoor recreation activities. The UAP Recreation Assistants perform
safety and supportive duties related to outdoor adaptive recreation programs offered by DCR in
various parks statewide.

Primary duty is to support contracted vendor-run adaptive recreation programs while working in
a team assisting water and land-based program activities oriented to people with disabilities.

Monitor program operations from shore, trail, and boats during the paddling, cycling, or hiking
program day. Work under the direction of a program leader in a team setting. Provide daily
program standards report documenting status of program standards for each activity.

Load and unload canoes and kayaks from storage areas and trailers to boat launch areas; carry
related equipment such as lifejackets, paddles, crates, and adaptive supplies short distances and
set up equipment.

Greet and assist paddling program participants, fit people for PFDs, seating, and other gear,
assist with transfers in and out of boats, provide physical and social support as needed.

Greet cycling participants and ensure safe rides through proper fitting of helmets and bikes, ride
tandem with cyclists with disabilities, or as a companion or safety rider. Support hiking
participants with physical and sighted guide assistance.

Other duties include the transport of program equipment to and from parks; assessing sites for
hazards, safety related documentation of each program, and responding to inquiries from the
public.
Assembly, delivery, and service visits of beach wheelchairs at state parks are also part of each
work week.

During inclement weather or non-program time, Universal Access Program Adaptive Recreation
Assistants may be expected to assist with general maintenance and upkeep of equipment and
facility grounds.

Universal Access Program Adaptive Recreation Assistants are expected to perform other related
work as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with people with disabilities and/or are pursuing education in a related field such as
outdoor recreation, therapeutic recreation, occupational therapy, psychology, social work,
disability studies/services, etc. Previous experience or skill in kayaking, canoeing, and cycling.

Universal Access Program specific training is provided: disability awareness and etiquette,
adaptive recreation equipment orientation, paddling techniques and rescues, fitting and
modification methods, program operations, safety and risk management, and trailer towing.

American Red Cross Certification: Basic Life Support CPR or CPR for the
Professional Rescuer or AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION LEVEL C is acceptable.
(Community CPR is not accepted.)

Current certification in Standard First Aid, Community First Aid and Safety or First Responder.
Must have a current driver's license and reliable personal transportation.

Selected candidate must be willing to travel state-wide.

Must be 18 years of age by the date of hire to work.

Qualifications

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those
applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: None. Special
Requirements: I. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid CPR (Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross II.
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Standard First Aid and Personal Safety
Certificate issued by the American Red Cross. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to
apply

Minimum Entrance Requirements: None. 

Special Requirements: 

I. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross 

II. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Certificate issued by the American Red Cross. 

Comprehensive Benefits

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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 appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.