Ranger I - State House

Ranger I - State HouseThe 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. 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 Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for a Ranger I, State House (24 Beacon Street, Boston) to perform the following duties: The Department of Conservation and Recreation – State House Security Program is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment throughout the Massachusetts State House by providing, through a variety of means, public safety, emergency response, security, protection of the Commonwealth's resources, and enhancement of the visitor experience. Rangers assigned to the State House provide an active and visible uniformed presence that ensures public safety, discourages criminal activity, addresses improper use, and protects the State House's cultural resources. Public safety and cultural resource protection are initially maintained by screening visitors for prohibited articles thereby ensuring a safe environment for all within the building. A State House Ranger also offers visitor services to all who enter by providing information and informal interpretation as to the cultural history of the building and by directing visitors to their intended destinations within the building. The below list is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Supervisors may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time for any reason: Access Control: Inspects and verifies employee identifications entering the Massachusetts State House Performs security screening of visitors and items entering the Massachusetts State House in a manner consistent with policy and procedure Operates security screening technology such as: portable and fixed magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other technologies as assigned Monitors and operates facility systems including remote door access controls, duress alarm systems, elevators, and fire alarm panels Operates intrusion alarm system, as well as CCTV cameras for unusual and/or suspicious activity Safety/Security: Attends roll calls daily, taking notes as required May be required to attend trainings or department meetings outside of normal scheduled shifts As assigned by a supervisor, conducts patrols of the Massachusetts State House or staffs fixed security posts as necessary to protect the Massachusetts State House and ensure visitor safety Provides a public presence and acts as a deterrent to criminal activity and/or rule violations Conducts crowd control in areas where large groups of people have gathered in a manner consistent with training, policy, and procedure May be required to place barriers, fencing, ropes, signs, etc. to maintain public order Controls vehicular and pedestrian traffic, when necessary, to avoid congestion and promote public safety Comes to the aid of fellow rangers and the public and offers assistance when necessary Detects and responds to suspicious/unusual activity which may be a threat to the occupants of the State House; immediately reports suspicious activity and potential threats to the supervisor, State House Ranger Control, and law enforcement officials Responds to emergencies as necessary or as directed, rendering aid and assistance in accordance with training, policy, and procedure Reports all incidents, accidents, and/or emergencies immediately to the shift supervisor and State House Ranger Control Coordinates with law enforcement officials and other first responders to prevent theft, damage to property, injury to persons, or respond to or expel disorderly persons Enforcement: Enforces State House building rules as determined by the Joint Committee on Rules, and the Bureau of the State HouseIssues non-criminal parking citations on all roads contiguous with the State House within DCR's jurisdiction Customer Service: Treats all persons with dignity and respect Interacts with the public, gives directions, and responds to inquiries Provides clear direction and information to visitors and employees Performs other related duties as required