Overview
ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS Connecting people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to create a lifetime of memories. Arizona State Parks and Trails is the leader in sustainable outdoor recreation for current and future generations. To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com. The agency protects and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas and includes programs such as the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, and the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, among others. The agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.
Position PARK RANGER SENIOR
BUCKSKIN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
*must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays*
No housing included
Job Location & Details Job Location: Address: 5476 North US Hwy 95, Parker, AZ 5344
Posting Details: Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 / per hour
Grade: 17
Closing Date: February 17, 2026
Job Summary Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and specialized work activities in the operation of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area including those associated with water based recreation; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.
Job Duties
Programmatic:
Maintains park to include cleaning, landscaping with a variety of equipment and hand tools according to ASPT standards. This includes a focus on the River Island OHV Trailhead as well as Buckskin Mountain and River Island State Parks.
Coordinates safety and compliance efforts for outdoor recreation with a focus on Off-Highway Vehicles; Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
Public Contact & Outreach:
Represent ASPT to groups and individuals, including the daily operations of a park Contact Station. Develop and construct interpretive signage. This position will also include travel from time to time to support the Agency OHV outreach program. Also serves as ASPT liaison for local OHV groups.
Customer Service:
Provide customer service by phone and in-person and respond to publics inquiries about park hours, accommodations, reservations in park Contact Stations.
Reporting:
Record and complete all necessary reports for park operations, grants and OHV initiatives.
Cash Handling:
Maintain accurate transactions and accounting within established ASPT protocols and standards.
Other:
May lead and assist in training subordinate staff and/or volunteers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge:
Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
OHV safety and operations including trails and equipment; Park rules, fees and revenue functions; Park standards for safety and maintenance and general resources to visitors; general office procedures.
Skill in:
Public relations and information dissemination; active listening; service orientation; critical thinking; driving and operating automotive and boating equipment; basic computer operation, familiarity with GPS coordination.
Ability:
Providing skilled operation, maintenance and repair of OHVs and equipment; first aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.
Selective Preference(s) Two years experience in park operations, public programs, public events, customer service, outdoor recreation, park management OR a Bachelor's degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment. Require certification verifying completion of OHV Safety program within 6 months of hire.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.
Contact Us Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604-7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Having trouble applying for this position?
Email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance.
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Position PARK RANGER SENIOR
BUCKSKIN MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
*must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays*
No housing included
Job Location & Details Job Location: Address: 5476 North US Hwy 95, Parker, AZ 5344
Posting Details: Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 / per hour
Grade: 17
Closing Date: February 17, 2026
Job Summary Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and specialized work activities in the operation of a recreational, historic or natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area including those associated with water based recreation; and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations.
Job Duties
Programmatic:
Maintains park to include cleaning, landscaping with a variety of equipment and hand tools according to ASPT standards. This includes a focus on the River Island OHV Trailhead as well as Buckskin Mountain and River Island State Parks.
Coordinates safety and compliance efforts for outdoor recreation with a focus on Off-Highway Vehicles; Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
Public Contact & Outreach:
Represent ASPT to groups and individuals, including the daily operations of a park Contact Station. Develop and construct interpretive signage. This position will also include travel from time to time to support the Agency OHV outreach program. Also serves as ASPT liaison for local OHV groups.
Customer Service:
Provide customer service by phone and in-person and respond to publics inquiries about park hours, accommodations, reservations in park Contact Stations.
Reporting:
Record and complete all necessary reports for park operations, grants and OHV initiatives.
Cash Handling:
Maintain accurate transactions and accounting within established ASPT protocols and standards.
Other:
May lead and assist in training subordinate staff and/or volunteers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge:
Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
OHV safety and operations including trails and equipment; Park rules, fees and revenue functions; Park standards for safety and maintenance and general resources to visitors; general office procedures.
Skill in:
Public relations and information dissemination; active listening; service orientation; critical thinking; driving and operating automotive and boating equipment; basic computer operation, familiarity with GPS coordination.
Ability:
Providing skilled operation, maintenance and repair of OHVs and equipment; first aid techniques; oral and written communications; interpersonal relationships.
Selective Preference(s) Two years experience in park operations, public programs, public events, customer service, outdoor recreation, park management OR a Bachelor's degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field. Any combination of training and experience that meet knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment. Require certification verifying completion of OHV Safety program within 6 months of hire.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.
Contact Us Recruitmenthr@azstateparks.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604-7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Having trouble applying for this position?
Email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance.
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