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This position is primarily focused on recreation and visitor services at the Cowanesque Lake project. The Cowanesque Lake project consists of over 2,000 acres of land and water and receives about 100,000 visitors a year. Work completed by the intern will directly contribute to the safety and enjoyment of park visitors, as well as the conservation and protection of natural resources at the project. Daily work will include interacting with the public and assisting Park Ranger and Natural Resource Specialists with administering the recreation program. Intern will be exposed to and have an opportunity to participate in support of additional programs such as Flood Risk Management (FRM) and state partners like PA Fish and Boat.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with managing daily operations at the park, interacting with the public and assisting Park Rangers and Natural Resources Specialists at Cowanesque Lake
Assisting Park rangers with the operation of the recreation areas during periods of high visitation
Assist park staff/volunteers with general inquiries about park details in developed areas
Assist with the upkeep of recreation areas such as picnic sites, trails, disc golf course, boat launches
Assist in recreation events perform safety inspections
Accompany rangers during vehicle and boat patrols
Assist with additional GIS and other data collection/mapping assignments
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English
Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds
Must wear SCA provided attire while on duty
Must possess basic hand tool skills
Position may require extended periods in the outdoors during adverse conditions such as heat, cold or rain
ArcGIS experience preferred
Nice to have:
Comfortable to engage with the public
Experience operating power tools or using basic maintenance tools/equipment