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State of Nevada Announces
An Open Competitive Recruitment for:
PARK RANGER 1 - NON COMMISSIONED
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -  $38,043.36 to  $55,833.12  PAY GRADE: 30
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.
Department: Conservation and Natural Resources
Division: State Parks
Location: Silver Springs, Lahontan, Fernley
Job Class Code: 01.923
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Announcement Number: 31091
Open to all qualified persons.
Posted 03/23/2017
Close Date: 04/06/2017
Recruiter:
   KENNETH SCHULZ
   Phone: **None**
   Email: krschulz@admin.nv.gov
Applications accepted for another Expired
The Position
Park Rangers (Non-Commissioned) participate in operations, 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.
This position assists with the management of Fort Churchill State Historic Park near Silver Springs, Nevada. This position conducts tours and presents programs related to Fort Churchill. This position also collects fees, completes weekly deposits, schedules school group tours, takes reservations for two (2) group use areas, completes daily custodial duties, and maintains park grounds. Position assists in the management and maintenance of a 3,000 acre ranch property currently leased for grazing. Knowledge of riparian ecosystems and noxious weed control is desired. This position is subject to call-back and will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. Park residency is available at this location. In order to receive consideration applicants must indicate their ability to work in this geographical location. Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year and upon successful completion of the probationary period. The incumbent provides land management, recreation and administrative expertise to ensure efficient management of the park's operations, ecosystems and budget. Park Rangers make decisions regarding resources, training, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. The position provides guidance and development to assigned seasonal staff as well as volunteers. The incumbent works with staff, other agencies and private groups to develop interpretive programming and activities that encourage greater participation by children and families. Works closely with local communities, other agencies and the State Commission on Tourism to promote parks and outdoor recreation.

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 or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR two years of experience which provided experience in organizing, overseeing and performing park maintenance, interpretive programming, visitor services, and resource management duties.
Special Requirements
    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.
    A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
    Positions require work on evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
    Positions are subject to call back and must work various hours and/or shifts.
    A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
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: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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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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Division of Human Resource Management
Southern Nevada
7251 Amigo St,
Suite 120
Las Vegas, NV 89119

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