New York State Parks is recruiting seasonal rangers for Allegany State Park, Lake Erie, Long Point, Sunset Bay and Midway State Parks in the western part of the state. Rangers are unarmed ambassadors who patrol campgrounds, beaches, marinas and trails, help with camping and boater permits, manage traffic and events, give basic first aid and support police and emergency crews. You must be 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent, hold valid New York ID, pass a background check and complete 24 hours of security guard training provided by the agency. The job is expected to run from late April or early May through early September and may extend. Pay is $22.47 an hour for a 40-hour week with variable shifts. Apply through the New York State Jobs posting by December 31, 2026.
| Pay | $22.47 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | Salamanca, New York |
| Job Type | Park Ranger |
| Posted | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Apply By | Dec 15, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on New York State Jobs, vacancy 228016, checked Oct 31. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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