What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Park Ranger position at City of Northglenn, CO?
Salary : $20.84 - $27.09 Hourly
Location : Northglenn, CO
Job Type : Seasonal / Temporary
Job Number : 2025-14
Department : Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Division : Parks
Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Nature of Work
HIRING RANGE IS $20.84-$23.96 / HR
The seasonal Park Ranger position is responsible for park regulation enforcement work, routine park maintenance, park patrol, and visitor safety at EB Rains Memorial Park. Must be willing and able to work a varied schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays. This position is allocated to Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain communications with staff and the public and address concerns from the public.
Knowledge of park policies and regulations
Provides courteous, high quality customer service to the public to requests for service or appropriate referral.
Monitors park users to enforce rules and regulations, and to safeguard and preserve park facilities.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation standards
Actively identifies and addresses areas needing maintenance or repair in the park.
Monitors park usage by the public to enhance enjoyment and enforce standards of safety, civility and cleanliness.
Communicates closely with the Northglenn Police Department and Parks and Recreation Department.
Assist in preparing and monitoring park for pavilion rentals, skatepark special events and other approved uses.
Ensure the proper permits have been issued for rentals, vending and amplified sound.
Work independently as well as with others.
Objectively handle a wide variety of public contact situations.
Deal with emergency situations with prompt, calm, common sense action.
Demonstrate some knowledge of : general park practices and techniques.
Education and Experience
Must be 18 years of age or older. High school diploma or completion of GED.
Colorado Driver's License, provide proof of safe driving record and maintain a safe driving record for continued employment.
Experience or education in Parks, Recreation, Open Space, Natural Recreation areas, criminal justice or a related field.
Preferred : College-level coursework in Parks, Recreation, Natural Resources, Criminal Justice or a related field.
Previous experience as a Park Ranger. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
Benefits Vary Depending on the Status of the Position
Details of the City of Northglenn's benefits program can be viewed
DESCRIPTION & BENEFITS
Regular Full-Time
Employee works in a position that is classified as 40 hours per week. Eligible for full benefit package including medical, dental, life and LTD insurance; pension and general leave and optional benefits.
Regular Part-Time 30
Employee works in a position that is classified as 30 hours per week. City pays contribution toward employee only medical and dental insurance. Employee can pay the difference to cover spouse and / or children. Life & LTD insurance coverage is provided. Employee participates in the City's pension plan and the City contributes to the plan. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and optional benefits.
Regular Part-Time 20
Employee works in a position that is classified as 20 hours per week but less than 30 hours. City pays contribution toward employee only medical insurance. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and the City pays 3.75% toward deferred compensation and optional benefits.
Regular Part-Time
less than 20 hours / wk)
Employee works is a position that is classified as less than 20 hours per week. Employee accrues general leave on a pro-rated basis and the City pays 3.75% toward deferred compensation.
Part-Time (No Benefits)
Employee works in a position that is classified as a "no benefit" position (i.e., Fitness Instructor, Scorekeeper, Substitute Lifeguard). Employee is not eligible for benefits and pays 7.5% toward deferred compensation.
Seasonal / Temporary
Employee works in a position that is classified as a short-term position, is not eligible for benefits and pays 7.5% toward deferred compensation.
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Did NOT complete HS
- HS / GED
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Do you have prior experience as a Park Ranger?
Please detail any prior Parks, Recreation, Open Space, or Natural Recreation experience you possess. If none, enter "N / A".
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Required Question
Salary : $21 - $24
