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Department of Conservation and Recreation
DCR is looking for talented people to fill positions listed below. Unless stated otherwise, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the job announcement's close date.
Generally applications must be made through the RMS (electronic state application). We will, however, accept paper applications for some state park slots. Be sure to refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements.
Certain positions require a criminal background check, a conflict of interest financial statement or both. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer.
For seasonal and hourly-wage positions at state parks, contact the particular park for details.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, all new hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Executive branch agencies are required to use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
For additional information on these openings, contact hr@dcr.virginia.gov. Find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs.
Hiring Rate: $17.00 per hour
Twin Lakes State Park is seeking applicants to fill the Maintenance Ranger Supervisor position. This individual performs the recurring grounds care, maintenance, light construction, and cleaning tasks necessary to operate Virginia State Park facilities. Duties include cleaning bathhouses; mowing grass; raking/removing leaf litter, trash, and litter removal; cleaning campsites, cabins, the bunkhouse, and meeting facilities. This individual will lead small teams on assigned projects as well as receive training to complete specialized tasks on their own. The Maintenance Ranger Supervisor position will require working varying shifts and multiple weekends per month.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Considerations
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license. Must be willing to work shift work, weekends, and holidays, including evening shifts. Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1500 hours from May 1 to April 30. This position requires the incumbent to become registered technician certified within 1 year of hire, become sawyer certified within 1 year of hire, attend trail training within 1 year of hire, and certify as a prescribed burn team crew member within 1 year of hire.
A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.
DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.
Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT
Employment in all positions within the Virginia State Parks is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check including a criminal history record check.
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