Park Ranger Jobs

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

• Maintains and repairs park structures including buildings, boardwalks, fences, docks, restrooms, shelters, arenas, equestrian facilities, etc.
• Provides first aide/medical assistance when needed.
• Cleans restrooms, shelters, campsites, trash receptacles, grills, etc.
• Builds and maintains trails utilizing a variety of construction methods and materials.
• Conducts nature and environmental-related interpretive programming and educates visitors on proper use of park facilities and equipment.
• Performs all landscaping tasks that are required in a park. These may include: mowing, weed eating, edging, tree trimming, etc.
• Participates in County-wide emergency action plans.
• Provides outstanding service and creates memorable visitor experiences.
• Assists local law enforcement and fire agencies with emergencies to include missing persons, wildfires, etc.
• Responds to queries in person, over the phone or through written response.
• Ensures safe participation in special programming.
• Collects fees for services in the parks and boat ramps.
• Ensures the park is ready for guest enjoyment during all open hours.
• Participates in ecosystem management tasks including, but not limited to, invasive species removal, prescribed burns, and erosion control.
• Participates in other special programming and events.
• Ensures all safety guidelines are being followed and identifies and addresses all safety concerns. Completes reports as needed.
• Maintains park grounds including mowing, trimming, landscaping, etc.
• Patrols and monitors all park areas.
• Completes all fiscal paperwork required for end of day reports and deposits funds at approved bank locations.
• Educates visitors on proper outdoor activity techniques and the use of park facilities and equipment.
• Provides access control, traffic control, and gate security.
• Public Contact/Guest Service.
• Provides first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to patrons during emergencies. Acts as a first responder during medical emergencies.
• Responds promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration in the event of an emergency or disaster.

Job Specifications

• Basic computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience operating landscaping equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable park regulations, ordinances, environmental processes and outdoor recreation.
• Knowledge of safety, first aid and CPR methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of one or more building trades to include carpentry, plumbing, electrical and etc.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to provide public programming and exceptional service.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse and varying team members and visitors.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate reports, and documents, including fee collections.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity for use of tools, equipment, and computers.
• Ability to safely travel on foot through an unpaved natural environment.
• Verbal capacity to communicate clearly with the general public.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 60 pounds.
• Required to operate including but is not limited to, mowers, tractors, vehicles, chain saws, pressure washers, leaf blowers, power tools, hand tools, boats, lifts, etc.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions in a subtropical climate in multiple local terrains.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions unaided or with reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment that may include facilities for boating and docking, fishing, bathing, swimming, camping, and sitting at a desk in an office environment to complete required duties.
• Must be comfortable in water with the assistance of a floatation device.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, sit, and stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work around a diverse environment that may include snakes, spiders and other wildlife.
• Ability to safely paddle a canoe or kayak.

Work Category

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Completion of First Aid/CPR certification within the employee’s probation period; AND