Fresh Listing

Posted: April 8, 2026 (1 day ago)

This job was posted recently. Fresh listings typically have less competition.

Park & Recreation Ranger 6-E8 (Presque Isle State Harbor)

State of Michigan

Natural Resources

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$21.39 - $30.08

per hour

Closes

April 23, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves helping run daily operations at Presque Isle State Harbor, including maintaining grounds, equipment, and facilities while ensuring safety for staff and visitors.

You'll assist with administrative tasks, train others, and handle various maintenance duties with little oversight.

It's a good fit for someone who enjoys outdoor work, has basic experience in parks or related fields, and is committed to safety and teamwork.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • For Ranger 6: No specific experience required
  • For Ranger 7: One year of experience in parks/recreation or construction trades
  • For Ranger E8: Two years of park/recreation experience, including one year at Ranger 7 level
  • Completion of Parks and Recreation Ranger Operations Academy (4-week training with overnight stays)
  • Ability to perform operational and maintenance duties with minimal supervision
  • Strong focus on personal and public safety

Full Job Description


Department of Natural Resources Banner

This position participates in the day to day work activities of the unit with regard to the operations of Parks and Recreation Division administered facilities.

The employee shall assist the Unit Supervisor/Lead Ranger in various administrative tasks as delegated with minimal supervision.

The employee shall perform various types of operational and maintenance duties consistent with the operation of Parks and Recreation Division administered facilities.

This position will train and provide guidance to staff, maintain grounds, infrastructure and equipment, and perform other duties as assigned.

The employee shall regard their personal safety, as well as the safety of co-workers and the public, as their personal responsibility.

As a requirement for this position, attendance at the Parks and Recreation Ranger Operations Academy is required. This training typically spans 4 weeks with courses intended to increase your knowledge of Parks & Recreation Rules as well as park operations. These trainings will require overnight stays in / at a learning facility.

Position Description

Requirements

Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Park and Recreation Ranger 6
No specific type or amount is required.

Park and Recreation Ranger 7
One year of experience in a park or recreation setting, or in the construction trades.

Park and Recreation Ranger E8
Two years of park and recreation experience, including one year equivalent to a Park and Recreation Ranger 7.

Qualifications

Completion of at least 8 semester (12 term) college credits in natural resources, park management or outdoor recreation may be substituted for one year of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.

Completion of at least 15 semester (22 term) college credits in natural resources, park management or outdoor recreation may be substituted for two years of experience as a Park and Recreation Ranger-E.

Additional Information


Please attach resume, cover letter, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts.

For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/ParkandRecreationRanger.pdf

Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes

Browse Similar Jobs

Posted on NEOGOV: 4/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/9/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5298468