Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00130592

Description Activated On:  2/19/2025 4:17:24 PM


Position Purpose:
Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

Provides public contact and safety work in the field of State Park operations and outdoor recreation in order to promote the safe utilization of facilities at a State Park.

In accordance with Act 153 of 2024, this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History checks every five years.


Description of Duties:
Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

Meets with park visitors to answer questions regarding park facilities, recreational schedules, park history and environmental features, and surrounding area.

Patrols park area by various motorized vehicles, bicycle and on foot. Explains park rules, regulations, policies and procedures to park visitors and special interest groups. Informs Park Manager or DCNR Ranger if visitor actions require law enforcement actions.

Administers first aid to injured park visitors.

Prepares courtesy notices.

Assists in providing information, making reservations, issuing permits and collecting fees from patrol vehicle or park offices using PRRS. Distributes camping receipts to campsites

Performs related duties as required.

Decision Making:
Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

Employee determines if park rules and regulations are being violated, and responds accordingly, informing Park Manager or DCNR Ranger if further action is warranted. Employee determines and addresses safety concerns within the park; answers questions from the public regarding the park’s features and activities; and recognizes and responds to emergency situations.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

Experience:

N/A

Licenses, registrations, or certifications:

1. 
  Class C Driver's License
 
2.  
First Aid and Safety Certificate from the American Red Cross
 
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CPR for the Professional Rescuer from the American Red Cross
 
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N/A
 
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N/A
 
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N/A

Essential Functions
: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Learn park rules, regulations and policies
 2. Communicate Effectiviely
 3. Administer First Aid and CPR
 4. Work In Varoius Climates
 5. React quickly and calmly
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