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SUMMER STUDENT WORKER (Unpaid)

Park Ranger Intern

Recruitment #26-005734-0003

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites eligible candidates to apply for a volunteer/unpaid internship with The Maryland Park Service at the New Germany State Park Complex, which includes New Germany, Dans Mountain, Savage Highlands, Big Run and Casselman River Bridge State Parks. This opportunity will provide hands-on experience in the field of Recreation and Parks Management.

GRADE

9998

LOCATION OF POSITION

The New Germany State Park Complex (Garrett and Allegany Counties)

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to support the operation, maintenance, and interpretation efforts within a diverse State park complex, providing for improved visitor experiences, and stewardship of natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources. This position will experience a variety of duties including, but not limited to:

  • Assisting ranger staff with opening and closing facilities and customer service initiatives 
  • Assisting with public safety efforts, such as medical emergencies and search and rescue incidents 
  • Staffing concessions, office and pool facilities as needed 
  • Developing and implementing educational or recreational activities and programs for the public 
  • Learning maintenance skills through park improvement and repair projects 
  • Supporting resource conservation through hands-on projects and best practices 
  • Ensuring the cleanliness of park facilities 

The internship runs fourteen weeks between June and September. The specific start/end dates, hours, and schedule will be determined in collaboration between the intern and supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must be a current undergraduate or graduate level college student.  A GPA of 2.5 or above is required for academic credit. 

Applicant must have a drivers license valid in the State of Maryland with no more than 5 points on record.

Applicant must adhere to a criminal history check following selection. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred applicants will have, or be working toward, a degree in natural resources, biological sciences, history, health or wellness studies, public relations, hospitality, or recreation and parks management.

Preferred applicants will have volunteer or job experience with customer service, public relations, money handling, emergency response, education, outdoor recreation, groundskeeping, and/or facility maintenance.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle, UTV or golf cart. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland and five points or fewer on their current driving record. Please note, a provisional driver’s license will not be accepted as the restrictions may interfere with the job requirements.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment and submit all additional documentation as required as noted below in the “Further Instructions” section. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required documentation will proceed to the next phase of evaluation. Candidates may be interviewed in person or via telephone to determine selection.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The additional documents listed below are required for this recruitment along with your online application. Additional documents can be emailed to julie.kline@maryland.gov. Letters of recommendation may be sent directly to julie.kline@maryland.gov by the applicant or the person providing the reference. 

  • Resume and Cover Letter
  • Two Letters of Recommendation, signed and dated
    • Must be from a faculty liaison for school credit
    • Letters of recommendation from family members will not be accepted
  • Unofficial Transcript 

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day. 

If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Julie Kline at julie.kline@maryland.gov.

Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.

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