PARK RANGER 1 - COMMISSIONED - Underfill Park Ranger 2

Announcement Number: 51945 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 07/16/2025 Close Date: 07/23/2025 Recruiter:
JON TERRAZAS
Phone: (775)684-0116
Email: j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted for another 7 Days 1 Hrs 34 Mins
The Position

Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park.

Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.

As a Park Ranger at the breathtaking Walker River State Recreation Area, you'll be assisting the Park Supervisor in managing not just one, but a whole array of units within the park. Your primary duty station will be the Pitchfork Ranch. The Park Ranger 1 will assist with overseeing a team of seasonal staff, managing and protecting a diverse range of natural and historical resources, and performing both fieldwork and administrative duties. The Park Rangers perform grounds maintenance, custodial duties, collect and account for fees, develop and present interpretive programs, and perform minor maintenance to facilities. As a State Park peace officer, the incumbent writes citations, handles accidents and incidents, resolves disputes, makes arrests, and responds to emergency situations as required. You will be providing your expertise in land management, recreation, and administration to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the park, making crucial decisions about resources, training, and facilities, all while mentoring and guiding your dedicated team every step of the way. Park residency is required in the housing provided at this duty location. The Park is located approximately 10 miles from Yerington. Incumbents will have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger 2 after one year. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-13_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, education, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, history/folklore, wildlife management, museum management, park interpretation, business or public administration, criminal justice, or related field; OR two years of experience which provided experience in organizing, overseeing and performing park maintenance, interpretive programming, visitor services, and resource management duties; OR one year of experience as a Park Ranger Technician III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Applicants must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. Candidates may be required to submit to a background check and physical agility examination prior to appointment. Incumbents must complete a P.O.S.T. academy within 18 months of appointment. The physical agility exam consists of: a) Vertical jump of no less than 14 inches; b) The Illinois Agility Run in 19.5 seconds or less; c) complete not less than 30 sit-ups in 1 minute; d) complete not less than 23 consecutive push-ups; e) 300 meter run in 68 seconds or less; f) 1.5 mile run/walk in 16 minutes and 57 seconds or less; g) lift and carry a 70-90 pound bag of cement/sand from the ground and carry 10 feet to tailgate of a standard pick-up truck and then return, repeated three times; h) 100 yard swim in 5 minutes. Special Requirements Positions are subject to call back and must work various hours and/or shifts. Positions require statewide travel. Positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. As part of the selection process, the Division of State Parks requires; a) Physical agility exam; b) Comprehensive background investigation which will include a urinalysis, polygraph and a psychological examination; c) Physical examination. This cost will be covered by the hiring agency. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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