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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00221269 |
Description Activated On: 8/26/2026 8:04:25 AM |
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 safety work in the field of State Park operations and outdoor recreation in order to promote the safe utilization of facilities at Yellow Creek State Park. |
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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. Ensures visitor safety, provides patrons with information and educates the public about park rules and regulations, and protects park resources. Provides information, rules, and regulations to park visitors; ensuring posters, bulletin boards and signs are current and serviceable; directs park visitors away from hazardous and unsafe conditions and/or situations; educates patrons on use of park resources and facilities in designated area, including guided trail hikes, park history, water recreation activities, beach and bathing areas, and environmental features; inspects buildings, structures, facilities, and park grounds for security and safety; reports rule and regulation violations to appropriate personnel; ensures assigned equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition performing related maintenance and custodial duties where appropriate; maintains and monitors public-accessible beach rescue equipment and public safety first aide kits; responding to emergency situations, such as water and automobile accidents to ensure visitor safety; in cases of emergency makes appropriate notification to emergency personnel; administers first-aid and/or cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as necessary to injured park visitors; assists in search and rescue operations within State Park grounds and boundaries; areas of responsibility are throughout Yellow Creek State Park and includes all park facilities, roads, trails, and lake, including beach and bathing area. Assists in providing information, making reservations, and issuing permits. This may require the operation of a motor vehicle,bicycle, or boat to monitor park grounds at Yellow Creek State Park. Additional duities may include covering shifts in the park office to issue permits, take revenue, and make reservations for pavillions, boat mooring, cottages, yurts, and other rentable park facilities. Also includes taking payments for other services and products provided at the park and correctly processing revenue to the next level in the reservation and revenue program. Performs related work 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. |
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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: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate 3. First Aid and Safety Certificate from the American Red Cross 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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