Park Ranger - Temporary 2025 Term

Job Overview

Position Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:  Provide assistance to park patrons; perform maintenance of park and recreation facilities; and perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate possesses the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values equity, problem solving and the development of partnerships; to work effectively as a member of a team; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

Job Duties

• Provide directions, technical information or assistance to public and park patrons.
• Document events or evidence, using photographic or audiovisual equipment.
• Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
• Patrol assigned areas by vehicle or on foot.
• Enforce ordinances and rules.
• Check park building reservations.
• Rent out available facilities.
• Secure buildings and close parks.
• Apply basic first aid.
• File daily log sheet.
• Turn park lighting on and off.
• Report property damage and vandalism
• Perform basic electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Operate and maintain vehicles.
• Clean restrooms and park pavilions as needed.
• Prepare and deliver bank deposits.
• Keep time card and other records.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Active Listening - Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
• Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making - Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways or options to solve a problem and picking the best one.
• Oral Expression and Comprehension - Communicating clearly by speaking, listening and understanding what people say.
• Written Expression - Communicating by writing things for co-workers or customers.
• Deductive and Inductive Reasoning - Using and making general rules to solve problems and come up with answers from lots of detailed information.
• Safety and Security – knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• 18 years of age.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, state driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with the public.
• Experience in grounds or facilities maintenance.
• First Aid and CPR certified.

Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY STATUS: None

WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties require working outside in inclement weather.