Park & Recreation Ranger 6-E8 (Duck Lake State Park)
State of Michigan
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Park and Recreation Supervisor 10 (Hoeft State Park)
State of Michigan
Natural Resources
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$27.84 - $38.25
per hour
Type
Closes
March 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves assisting in the management of Hoeft State Park by overseeing daily operations, staff performance, and maintenance of recreational facilities while protecting natural resources and ensuring public safety.
It requires coordinating with teams and stakeholders to deliver quality outdoor experiences within budget limits.
Ideal candidates are experienced park workers who enjoy leading teams in outdoor settings and have a passion for conservation and recreation.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Four years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to Park and Recreation Ranger 9 or two years equivalent to Ranger E8
- Valid Michigan driver's license
- Ability to direct staff, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with policies and budgets
- Experience in maintenance, construction, and enforcement of park safety
- Optional: Certification by Department of Natural Resources’ Park and Recreation Enforcement Commission
- Optional: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for certain duties
Full Job Description
This position serves as an assistant supervisor to a Park and Recreation Supervisor 12 in a highly complex park and recreation work area. The purpose of this position is to provide high quality recreational opportunities to the public, while preserving and balancing the protection of natural resources. Duties include directing daily program operations and day-to-day objectives. Monitors, evaluates, and addresses staff performance. Ensure compliance with administrative policies and procedures and expenditures are within the allotted budget. Directs, coordinates, and participates in the maintenance and/or construction of facilities. Build and maintain relationships with other divisions and external stakeholders. Oversee enforcement and safety of work area.
Position Description
Requirements
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Park And Recreation Supervisor 10
Four years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger 9 or two years equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger E8.
Qualifications
Alternate Education and Experience
Park And Recreation Supervisor 10
Completion of at least 8 semester or 12 term college credit hours in natural resources, park management, outdoor recreation, law enforcement/criminal justice, or environmental studies may be substituted for one year of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.
completion of at least 15 semester or 22 term college credit hours in natural resources, park management, outdoor recreation, law enforcement/criminal justice, or environmental studies may be substituted for two years of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.Additional Information
Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license.
Some positions may require certification by the Department of Natural Resources’ Park and Recreation Enforcement Commission.
Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.
View the entire job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/ParkandRecreationSupervisor.pdf
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