The Parks & Tourism Department is hiring for the position Park Ranger I. Park Ranger I are a part-time hourly position or seasonally full-time hourly position with a hiring pay rate of $16.00/hour plus gratuity. Primary responsibilities are to assist in the operations of Grand Caverns Park and in the execution of interpretive programing. Park Ranger 1 will primarily conduct tours for Grand Caverns Park caves, including Adventure/Spelunking Tours, but will also assist in park operations at Town Parks. This will include giftshop/front desk, special events, assisting park visitors and maintenance work. May serve on internal committees and advisory boards as assigned. Work is performed under the direction of the Parks Coordinator and Parks/Tourism Assistant Director.

To Apply:  Resume and Cover Letter must be submitted either in an email to ashank@ci.grottoes.va.us or delivered to 5 Grand Caverns Drive, Grottoes VA, 24441. If submitting electronically, please submit Resume and Cover Letter as a pdf and put {Job Title} in the subject line of the email. The submission of a formal job application will be required if selected for an interview for town records and a background check.

Job applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until all positions are filled. Interviews, hiring, and training will likely take place in two phases throughout the spring.

‍All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status. The Town of Grottoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.