POSITION INFORMATION:
Title: Short-term Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor II (Spray Deck Supervisor)
Location: Freetown State Forest Spray Deck
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 9/7/26
# of openings: 1

Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Pay rate for this position is $20/hour.

Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the wellbeing of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.

Job Opening:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the positions of Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor II.

Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. May require weekends and/or holidays. Schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. This position works outdoors in all types of weather.

Duties:

Responsible for daily operation of Freetown State Forest Spray Deck

Performs maintenance tasks in order to assure a well maintained, safe and clean facility, including but not limited to, restroom cleaning, building cleaning and working with employees on all projects as needed.

Patrols recreational areas and facilities to maintain security and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies.

Collects and accounts for all fees collected on their shift and reports all income through the DCR reporting system on a daily basis while on duty.

Maintains records and prepares reports concerning assigned work to provide information and make appropriate recommendations.

Operating and performing routine maintenance on various types of equipment and vehicles; providing information to the general public; and using small hand tools.

Provide accurate information to park visitors about all park related activities available to them.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the maintenance and/or repair of recreational facilities or in recreational management or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitution:

I. A certificate, diploma or degree as evidence of satisfactory completion of at least a two-year program in a recognized school above the high school level in building construction technology, electrical engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology or mechanism power engineering may be substituted for the required experience.*

* Education toward such a program will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements:

I. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

II. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.