• Supervises the dissemination of information to visitors pertaining to the use of public land, available services, trail locations, natural areas, protection of water supplies, interpretive events and pertinent rules and regulations; issues non-criminal citations when necessary.

• Encourages safe and appropriate use of state lands by patrolling an assigned area by car, boat, air, all-terrain vehicle, bicycle, foot, or horseback, promoting compliance with the rules and regulations pertaining to the operation and management of parks, reservations, watershed, and water supply lands, historic sites and/or recreation and conservation areas.

• Prepares and conducts tours, workshops, presentations, and programs on natural and cultural history and environmental features for the general public, school groups, and special interest groups.

• Assesses the condition of trails, roads, gates, signage, and other cultural resources; assesses the impact of visitors upon natural resources; submits reports and plans which propose strategies for restorations, improvements, and/or policy changes to the appropriate individuals. Maintains certain trail markings; maintains records on visitor use; and monitors permits for special use of public lands.

• Controls crowds in areas where large groups of people gather by cautioning observers and by placing barriers, ropes, etc. in order to maintain public order and ensure that Ranger special events operate smoothly; confronts situations that may require the expulsion of disorderly persons from the area and the n-notification of appropriate law enforcement officials.

• Participates in rescue operations by interviewing others regarding lost persons and searching for lost persons in accordance with agency policy; assists in the search function as a searcher, dispatcher, and mapper, and performs first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

• Assists with the production of educational/public information brochures, maps, and other literature. Develops and maintains public information material on bulletin boards and map boards.

• Participates in volunteer activities including clean-ups, trail crews, university class projects, etc.

• Assists as needed in the prevention, suppression, and control of forest fires; operates tire fighting equipment and trucks.

• Maintains records, files, and logs, prepares reports, and assists maintenance staff when assigned.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Supervise daily ranger services through scheduling and assignment of staff and activities, and ensure compliance with department policies; conduct evaluations/appraisals of employees and evaluate the readiness of equipment.

• Provide on-the-job training and orientation for assigned rangers.

• Oversee assigned inter-divisional and inter-agency projects by planning meetings and meeting agendas and coordinating the activities of project teams.

• Plan, design, and create displays, brochures, flyers, and other public literature.

• Supervise upkeep of assigned vehicles, radios, and other capital equipment.

• Keep lock/key inventory and maintain supply levels through inventory control procedures.

• Procure equipment and supplies via approved budgetary procedures.

• Oversee and coordinate activities of subordinates at designated recreational areas by conducting meetings, reviewing and preparing reports, issuing procedural directives, and controlling and distributing equipment needed in order to ensure the efficiency of operations and maintain rules and regulations and enforcement policy continuity across assigned areas.

• Conduct formal training programs related to rules and regulations enforcement, search and rescue, and informational and educational subjects pertaining to recreation, conservation, and other matters.

• Review reports, correspondence, expense accounts, etc. for accuracy, completeness, and content.

• Act as ranger incident commander, when applicable during emergency situations.

• Prepare budget requests and administer program budget.

• Recommend revisions to division/department policies and procedures.

• Review narratives and statistical reports.

• Coordinate and monitor program activities in order to ensure effective operations and compliance with established standards;

• Coordinate ranger activities, initiatives, activities, and schedules with site supervisors and staff; work closely with department supervisors and administrators on state lands management issues and planning efforts.

• Administer citation records and reports; oversee department files in accordance with official laws and procedures.

• Coordinate special use permit application, review, permitting, and monitoring with supervisors.

• Administer locks and keys for assigned reservations.

• Represent the agency/division at meetings and conferences to provide information concerning agency objectives.

• Red Cross First Responder License

• MA Boating Safety Certificate

• FID/LTC

• Firearms Safety Certificate/Hunters Ed Certificate

• Firefighting Training

• ICS Training

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• Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

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