Seasonal Ranger I - State House Winter 25 / 26

Seasonal Ranger I - State House Winter 25 / 26

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation's mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation.

The Division of Operations is the largest team within the DCR structure, home to Park Operations, Universal Access programming, Park and State House Rangers, Fleet, and Interpretive programming. The Division of Operations is a main driver of the agency's core principles of outdoor recreation for all and creating future stewards. Through visitor engagement, educational programming, and behind-the-scenes work, Operations keeps the network of state parks open, accessible, and welcoming for all.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for a Ranger I, State House, 24 Beacon Street, Boston. The Department of Conservation and Recreation State House Security Program is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment throughout the Massachusetts State House by providing, through a variety of means, public safety, emergency response, security, protection of the Commonwealth's resources, and enhancement of the visitor experience. Rangers assigned to the State House provide an active and visible uniformed presence that ensures public safety, discourages criminal activity, addresses improper use, and protects the State House's cultural resources.

Access Control

• Inspects and verifies employee identifications entering the Massachusetts State House
• Performs security screening of visitors and items entering the Massachusetts State House in a manner consistent with policy and procedure
• Operates security screening technology such as : portable and fixed magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other technologies as assigned
• Monitors and operates facility systems including remote door access controls, duress alarm systems, elevators, and fire alarm panels
• Operates intrusion alarm system, as well as CCTV cameras for unusual and / or suspicious activity

Safety / Security

Enforcement

Customer Service

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants should have at least two years of full time or equivalent part-time experience in the public safety, emergency management, security, public administration, or law enforcement field(s).

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements : Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in park or resource management, environmental education, water resources or water supply management, or natural / cultural history interpretation or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions : I. An Associate's degree or higher with a major in park or recreation management, natural resource management, water resources management, environmental education, or park interpretation may be substituted for the required experience. Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements :

1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license.

2. Possession of a current and valid CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) certificate from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

3. Possession of a current and valid standard first aid and personal safety certificate and first responder certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

Comprehensive Benefits : When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

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.