State Parks - Twin Lakes State Park - Maintenance Ranger Supervisor - Closes on 11/03/2026

Home » Job openings at DCR Job openings at DCR DCR is looking for talented people to fill positions listed below. Unless stated otherwise, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the job announcement's close date. Generally applications must be made through the RMS (electronic state application). We will, however, accept paper applications (Word) for some state park slots. Be sure to refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements. Full-time (salaried) employment offers A choice of healthcare plans.Vacation, family, personal and sick leave.A retirement plan.A sickness and disability plan.Employer-paid life insurance.Deferred compensation with employer match. Certain positions require a criminal background check, a conflict of interest financial statement or both. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer. For seasonal and hourly-wage positions at state parks, contact the particular park for details. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, all new hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Executive branch agencies are required to use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. For additional information on these openings, contact hr@dcr.virginia.gov. Find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs. Job openings at DCR Trades Technician II Maintenance Ranger Supervisor Closes On: 11/03/2026 State Parks - Twin Lakes State Park Apply Now Hourly Rate: $17.00 Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation! The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians’ lives. Twin Lakes State Park is accepting applications for a Maintenance Ranger Supervisor position. Job Summary This individual performs the recurring groundskeeping, maintenance, light construction, and cleaning tasks all necessary to operate Virginia State Park facilities. Duties include cleaning bathhouses; mowing grass; raking/removing leaf litter, trash, and litter removal; cleaning campsites, cabins, lodges, and meeting facilities. This individual will lead small teams on assigned projects as well as receive training to complete specialized tasks on their own. The Maintenance Ranger Supervisor position will require working varying shifts and multiple weekends per month. Key Duties And Responsibilities Perform and supervise the routine cleaning of bathhouses, campsites, cabins, meeting facilities, and additional park buildings.Perform and supervise groundskeeping tasks including mowing grass, weed eating, trash and litter removal.Safely and with competence operate, maintain and organize common hand tools, small power equipment, and cleaning equipment such as hammers, saws, weed eaters, drills, etc.)Provide courteous assistance to park visitors as well as trainees and volunteers, answering questions and providing training as needed to ensure positive guest and staff experience.Requires working a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, as well as evening shifts. Shift frequency and hours will vary dependent on the season. Minimum Qualifications Experience and knowledge in the safe operation of common hand and power tools.Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to model professionalism and strong work practices for trainees, volunteers, and seasonal or non-supervisory park staff.Experience and/or training in two or more of the following areas: staff training, housekeeping, and the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and/or equipment. Additional Considerations Experience with small engine repair, equipment operation, carpentry, and general building trades.Certification as a registered technician chemical applicator, or the ability to obtain certification.Chainsaw operator certification, or the ability to obtain the Virginia State Parks Limbing and Bucking Certification.Current certification as a DCR prescribed burn team member, or the ability to complete the required training.Current DCR trail training, or a willingness to obtain the necessary training. Special Instructions Background Check: Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.Employment Eligibility: Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.Driver’s License Requirement: A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.Work Requirements: Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30. DCR encourages applications from minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and those with experience with the National Park Service or the federal government. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA/TT). 🌲 Explore Virginia State Parks — On Us! As a DCR employee, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to the natural beauty and outdoor experiences that make Virginia’s State Parks extraordinary — with free admission, special discounts, and perks that turn every visit into something memorable. Employee Benefits Include Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service):Free camping outside the Memorial Day to Labor Day season for sites accommodating up to six people.Free Sunday–Thursday camping (excluding the night before holidays) during the Memorial Day–Labor Day period.50% ff cabins (up t three bedrooms) outside the Memorial Day–Labor Day season for up to 14 nights. Two-night minimum required. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount. Join us and make Virginia’s great outdoors part of your life — it’s one of the many ways we show our appreciation for the people who make DCR’s mission possible! Apply Now Job openings at DCR DCR is looking for talented people to fill positions listed below. Unless stated otherwise, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the job announcement's close date. Generally applications must be made through the RMS (electronic state application). We will, however, accept paper applications (Word) for some state park slots. Be sure to refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements. Full-time (salaried) employment offers A choice of healthcare plans.Vacation, family, personal and sick leave.A retirement plan.A sickness and disability plan.Employer-paid life insurance.Deferred compensation with employer match. Certain positions require a criminal background check, a conflict of interest financial statement or both. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer. For seasonal and hourly-wage positions at state parks, contact the particular park for details. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, all new hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Executive branch agencies are required to use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. For additional information on these openings, contact hr@dcr.virginia.gov. Find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs.