Park Ranger

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • Full-time • Newburyport, Massachusetts • $57.15k - $74.30k / year • 1d ago

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Open: October 19, 2026 — Closes: October 30, 2026

Summary

You will serve as a Park Ranger with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, within the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport, MA. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. The duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

Major Duties

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Leads the fee collection program in the gatehouse, including recruiting, hiring, training, and overseeing up to three temporary fee collectors annually and numerous volunteers year-round related to all aspects of scheduling, task prioritization, evaluation, and feedback. Collects appropriate fees at a refuge entrance station following established accountability guidelines for handling government funds, including cash register and credit card reader operation, performing opening and closing shift functions, issuing entrance receipts, passes, and permits in accordance with established guidelines and verifying validity of passes and permits. Manages data reporting for key functions including preparing monthly fee reports and transmittals, maintaining computer-based spreadsheets for fee and pass tracking, troubleshooting accounting and reporting errors, and maintaining database for accountable stock for all fee collectors. Manages crowd and traffic control directing seasonal park rangers and volunteers, updated public notification systems regarding refuge access, and coordinating with Refuge Law Enforcement to enhance public safety and resource protection. Serves as a frontline representative providing high-quality customer service, including providing current, accurate information to visitors concerning the refuge and surrounding areas of interest, explaining the recreational opportunities, and distributing maps, brochures, and other printed materials as well as informing visitors of any potential safety hazards, temporary operational changes, or seasonal opportunities. Plans, develops, and delivers original educational programming to the general public, including providing orientation and explanation of current events, and resource management projects affecting the natural, historical, and/or cultural resources of the area. Monitors public use facilities for health and safety issues and implements actions for resolution, including supporting trail maintenance, beach and roadside cleanups, minor maintenance, and Friends and volunteer-led projects, as well as notifying maintenance personnel as warranted.