PARK RANGER at State of Arizona

ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Connecting people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories.

Arizona State Parks and Trails is the eader 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.

Arizona State Parks and Trails protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With Parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.

PARK RANGER

CATTAIL COVE STATE PARK

**Must be able to work Weekends, Evenings and Holidays**

• No Housing Available**
  
  

Job Location:

Address: AZ-95, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406

Posting Details

Salary Range: $17.50 - $19.00 / per hour

Grade: 16

Closing Date: December 3, 2025

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work activities while providing customer service in the operation of a water based recreational, natural resource park; interprets natural features of the area and ensures public safety by enforcing Park rules and regulations. Individuals may be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and /or other related duties.

Job Duties

Outdoor Recreation & Programs:

• Hosts visitors.
• Conducts interpretive programs and may lead guided walks or hikes.
• Provides information in response to visitor questions, direction, guidance, and concerns.
• Assist with land and water based recreational activities.
• Ensures campground, boat in campsites and lake navigational aids are in good condition.
  
  

Cash Handling

• Perform cashier duties at Contact Station/Gift Shop.
• Collect and account for fees for park admission, shoreline campsites, store purchases and lake iron ranger collections.
  
  

General Cleaning/Maintenance

• General cleaning of facilities on a daily basis..
• Maintains campgrounds, picnic areas, shoreline campsites and all restrooms in a clean, sanitary conditions.
• Sweep and mop floors, restock towels, toilet paper, soap dispensers.
• Maintains and inspects all park facilities; litter removal, trail maintenance.
• Tree trimming, landscaping, brush clearing and debris hauling.
• Maintains navigational aids, boats and boating related equipment
  
  

Public & Staff Safety

• Promote the safety of park visitors and enforces Park rules and protect Park resources.
• Utilizes two-way radio communications system.
• Confers with local officials and law enforcement officers.
• Completes all necessary reports concerning incidents.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
  
  

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Park rules/ regulations, fees and revenue functions.
• Techniques for display and interpretation of objects/ artifacts and general resources to visitors.
• General office procedures.
  
  

Skill In

• Public relations and information dissemination.
• Customer service.
• Active listening.
• Critical thinking.
• Driving and operating automotive equipment.
• Basic curatorial techniques.
• Multi-tasking; and de-escalation techniques.
  
  

Ability To

Research of natural or historical information.

• Performing math calculations.
• First aid techniques.
• Oral and written communications.
• interpersonal relationships.
• Deescalate upset or non-compliant visitors.
  
  

Selective Preference(s)

The ideal candidate for this position will have two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Specialist; OR three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work; 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 /or obtain and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment.
• Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator.
  
  

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 pid 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

[email protected]

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 [email protected] or call (602) 542-4700 for assistance.