Seasonal Ranger I - Tolland (Summer 2026)
Otis
Thursday, 23 April 2026
Conducts patrols, either in a vehicle, on a bicycle or on foot, effectively utilizing techniques and available resources, to enforce applicable laws and regulations, provide visitor services, assess facility resources, assist visitors with first aid, and other public services as required. Maintain an inventory of and maintain the condition of issued equipment. Complete Bureau records, reports, files, and logs. Attend seminars, workshops, training sessions, etc., in order to maintain proficiencies. Participate in search and rescue operations in accordance with agency policy. Provide informal and, occasionally, formal information/educational programs, demonstrations, and materials for schools and civic groups as required, in areas such as Ranger programs, park activities and services, outdoor skills, natural and cultural history and search and rescue. Respond and assist park staff at major incidents, assist at special events, and occasionally assist at statewide incidents or functions. Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of the standard procedures and techniques followed in foot, auto or other types of patrols. Knowledge of the principles and practices of park or resource management. Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreational programming. Knowledge of general ecology and cultural history study, practice and principles. Knowledge of the methods and techniques for presenting media productions and drafting brochures and exhibits. Ability to understand, explain and apply the rules, regulations, policies, procedures standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities. Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression. Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner. Ability to speak effectively before the public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and through observing and interviewing individuals. Ability to accurately record information provided orally.