Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Ranger 2 - Finger Lakes Region
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)
Salary RangeFrom $55012 to $67564 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description State Parks has a great opportunity for folks who have a passion for the outdoors and outdoor recreation! We are looking for responsible individuals to serve as role models and to provide guidance to seasonal Park Rangers.
Park Ranger 2’s are responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating seasonal Park Rangers who are assigned to various Parks within the Finger Lakes Region. Park Rangers serve as ambassadors, welcome the public in a friendly and courteous manner, engage visitors in park activities, provide information on facility amenities and protect park patrons and state parks and historic sites.
The duties of this position will include but are not limited to the following:
*Recruit seasonal Park Ranger candidates from colleges, schools, job fairs and through social media campaign
*Participate in the interview, selection and hiring process
*Coordinate mandated Security Guard Training as well as in-house training
*Coordinate Park Ranger uniform and equipment needs such as cells phones and radios
*Determine availability of bicycles, utility terrain vehicles, electrical vehicles, and other motorized vehicles
*Visit Parks to observe Park Rangers on duty and confer with Park Managers on the Park Ranger Program
*Monitor personal service and non-personal service budgets and prepare seasonal staffing plans
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this position, COME JOIN THE PARKS TEAM!
Minimum Qualifications The Park Ranger 2 must have an Associate’s or higher level degree** and at least one season* of experience in a parks or recreational organization performing any of the following duties: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education or stewardship, forest management, park maintenance or operations, historic preservation or interpretation, or wildlife management or preservation; or must have a high school or equivalency diploma and three seasons* of the experience noted above. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment;; must be able to physically perform the duties of the position; must satisfactorily pass a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting; must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license as a term and condition of employment; and must possess and maintain a current New York State Security Guard Certification as a term and condition of employment.
*A season is defined as working at least 300 hours of performing the duties noted above.
**Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education (https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home). If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.
Additional Comments Operational Needs:
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to perform medium physical labor.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and read and comprehend written materials.
• Must possess strong computer and smart phone skills.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.
• The duties of this position require you to have and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows you to operate a motor vehicle in New York State. Failure to maintain a valid driver’s license will result in removal from this position.
• The qualifications for appointment, as a condition of employment, to the Park Ranger 2 position requires that you have and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License. Failure to maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License will result in removal from this position.
Operational needs will be discussed at the time of the interview and appointment. Failure to maintain proper licensing will result in removal from this position.
Benefits:
The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment.
All candidates must forward their application and resume (which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position) to employment@parks.ny.gov. Your application must be received by April 23, 2026. You must include “Vacancy ID 213636 – Park Ranger 2 – Trumansburg” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.