Michigan DNR is hiring a commissioned park and recreation ranger at Straits State Park in St. Ignace, overlooking the Mackinac Bridge. The ranger helps the unit supervisor run the park, handles operations and maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment, trains staff, and assists with administrative work. The hire must earn and keep a DNR law enforcement commission and complete the Law Enforcement Academy and Ranger Operations Academy, about 12 weeks of training with overnight stays. The entry level needs only a high school education; higher levels need one or two years of park, recreation or construction experience, and natural resources college credits can substitute. It is a permanent-intermittent position with varying hours, paying $22.03 to $30.98 an hour. Apply through the State of Michigan jobs portal by October 21, 2026.
| Pay | $22.03 – $30.98 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Part-time |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | St. Ignace, Michigan |
| Job Type | Park Ranger |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Filled Oct 22, 2026 |
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