Job Description
Seasonal Universal Access Program Supervisor 90 Days STS (Universal Access) – Position: (1) Short Term Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor I (Universal Access) Start Date: 5/31/2026 End Date: 9/07/2026 Location : Amherst Field Office 40 Cold Storage Drive, Amherst MA 01003 About the Department of Conservation and Recreation: The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, golf courses, trails and parkways. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for Adaptive Recreation Assistants to fill the position of Seasonal Recreation Facilities Supervisor I. DCR's Universal Access Program (UAP) offers a unique opportunity for people of all abilities to take part in a wide array of outdoor recreation activities. The UAP Recreation Assistants perform safety and supportive duties related to outdoor adaptive recreation programs offered by DCR in various parks statewide. Primary duty is to support contracted vendor-run adaptive recreation programs while working in a team assisting water and land-based program activities oriented to people with disabilities. Monitor program operations from shore, trail, and boats during the paddling, cycling, or hiking program day. Work under the direction of a program leader in a team setting. Provide daily program standards report documenting status of program standards for each activity. Load and unload canoes and kayaks from storage areas and trailers to boat launch areas; carry related equipment such as lifejackets, paddles, crates, and adaptive supplies short distances and set up equipment. Greet and assist paddling program participants, fit people for PFDs, seati