State Parks - Widewater State Park - Contact Ranger - Open Until Filled
About the role
Widewater State Park is accepting applications for the Contact Ranger position. We are seeking outgoing and energetic individuals to serve in this frontline role and assist visitors by providing information regarding park services, amenities, and other local attractions. This position will be responsible for operating a point-of-sale terminal and informing visitors of park rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Perform fee collection, cash management, and maintaining records of annual pass holders.
- Provide information regarding park services, amenities, and other local attractions.
- Inform visitors of park rules and regulations.
- Availability to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.
Requirements
- Ability to memorize and recall information, perform basic math skills, and operate a computer and cash register.
Qualifications
- Customer service experience.
- Cash management/point-of-sale terminal experience.
Additional Considerations
A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.
Pay
Hourly Rate: $12.50-$13.00
Benefits
DCR wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
- Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
- Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum.
- Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.
- Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.