Job Description

ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

To connect people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories.

Arizona State Parks and Trails is the leader in sustainable outdoor recreation for current and future generations.

To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com.

Arizona State Parks and Trails protect and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas. The agency also includes the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.

PARK RANGER SENIOR

JEROME STATE HISTORIC PARK

*must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays*

• housing is not available*

Job Location:

Address: 100 Douglas Road, Jerome, AZ 86331

Posting Details

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 / per hour

Grade: 17

Closing Date: November 3, 2025

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area, or historic objects/artifacts for visitors; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.

• This position will serve as a team leader for grounds-keeping activities, plant, tree and vegetation maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Job Duties

Outdoor Recreation & Programs:

• Host visitors, help train staff and volunteers, conduct interpretive programs, and lead guided walks or hikes.
• Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
• Update social media Facebook page and create interpretive videos to promote the park, history, nature, and conservation.
• Will be responsible for the coordination and recruiting of park volunteers.

Customer Service

• Provides customer service by phone and in-person and responds to public inquiries about park hours, accommodations and reservations

Cash Handling

• Performs cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop.
• Collects and accounts for park fees and store purchases.

Public & Staff Safety

• Promotes the safety of park visitors.
• Enforces Park rules and protects Park resources.
• Utilizes two-way radio communications system.
• Confers with local officials and law enforcement officers.
• Completes all necessary reports concerning incidents.
• Assists park management with maintaining/inspecting park infrastructure and training implementation/development.

Maintenance

Serve as the primary leader in performing basic maintenance and inspection of park infrastructure, buildings and equipment for the park. Troubleshoot, repair and install restroom fixtures/toilets, perform trail maintenance, general plumbing, preventative maintenance, landscaping, minor electrical repairs/troubleshooting, oil changes/fluid maintenance of vehicles/equipment, and Create, update and organize equipment and vehicle service logs.

Reporting

• Completes reports regarding activities, transactions and progress relating to maintenance activities.
• Lead and assist in training of subordinate staff.
• Other duties as assigned to the position.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Park rules, fees and revenue functions.
• Techniques for display and interpretation of objects/artifacts and general/natural resources to visitors.
• Working knowledge of maintenance strategies, and general office procedures.

Skill In

• Public relations and information dissemination; service orientation.
• Critical thinking; active listening; driving and operating automotive equipment.
• Basic curatorial techniques; natural resource management, basic maintenance troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance skill sets in areas such as landscape, plant, tree and vegetation care, vehicle and equipment maintenance plumbing, electrical and general construction/building maintenance; multi-tasking; and de escalation techniques.

Ability To

• Research of natural or historical information; performing math calculations.
• First aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.
• Perform vehicle, equipment and building maintenance and repairs.
• Deescalate upset or non-compliant visitors.
• Train new staff in policies and procedures.

Selective Preference(s)

Two years experience equivalent to a Park Ranger , OR three years of work experience in customer service and maintenance in park related setting; OR a Bachelor's degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, abilities may be substituted.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment.
• Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Water Distribution and Treatment Systems Operator, and/or Certified Interpretive Guide.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.

Contact Us

Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

Having trouble applying for this position?

Email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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