Park Ranger

Performs routine technical activities ensuring positive and safe visitor experiences in the city’s designated park areas. Work involves providing information to the public, educating visitors on the rules and regulations of facilities, and maintaining secure and hazard free locations. 

Work is performed under close supervision with minimal latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to Parks and Recreation Site Supervisor or designee.


The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Staff may also perform other duties as assigned. 

Provides prompt and courteous customer service to the public; provides information and assistance to visitors regarding available amenities, safety rules, regulations, laws, ordinances, and municipal codes. 

Maintains high visibility and consistent interaction with park visitors and staff by foot or vehicle patrol. 

Patrols assigned park areas to identify unsafe conditions and human or property hazards; reports instances of potential risk and takes appropriate corrective action; reports unusual or suspicious circumstances to department management, city leaders, and/or emergency responders and law enforcement agencies. 

Performs first aid per established protocols and regulations; assists first responders as appropriate; documents incidents and accidents and provides information to assist law enforcement as required.  

Verifies reservations for assigned fields and park shelters; interprets reservations for specific areas of parks; resolves conflicts regarding the use of park facilities; works closely with youth and adult sports leagues to coordinate field reservations and use.

Posts Park notifications and rules and may collect field data and transactional surveys as assigned.

Opens and closes parks as scheduled/requested and assists with setup and break down of special events; may direct and control crowds during public events and programs.

Adheres to all city and public health and safety guidelines and protocols; performs job functions in a safe manner and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures.
Maintains quality communication and interaction with all city personnel, representatives from external organizations, and the public to maintain good will toward the city and to project a positive city image.

Demonstrates behaviors that support the City’s Vision and Values.

Maintains on-call work availability as assigned, to prepare for, respond to, or recover from a hurricane, tropical weather event, or other emergency to meet the city’s obligation to remain operational before, during, and after the event; duties assigned may or may not be typical of the job and are contingent upon the needs of the city and the residents because of the event.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Pay and Bargaining Status
This is a non-exempt position pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is within the blue collar bargaining unit covered by the City of Tamarac and Federation of Public Employees (FPE) collective bargaining agreement.  This position is paid on an hourly basis, issued bi-weekly, and subject to overtime pay in accordance with the terms of the current City of Tamarac and FPE collective bargaining agreement.


High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by two (2) years of customer service and/or public facing work experience, including monitoring and enforcing of rules and regulations; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver license and the ability to drive a city owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required (and sponsored) according to job duties and responsibilities.  

Must possess or obtain within four (4) months of hire, First Aid / CPR Certification, and within one (1) year of hire, Crowd Manager Certification.

NOTE: Job description, minimum qualifications, and the standards required to perform the essential functions are detailed in the official job description. The City of Tamarac is a drug-free workplace.  Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to appointment, as appropriate.  An eligible veteran or spouse of veteran shall receive preference in the selection process as provided for in the Florida Statutes.  To obtain veteran’s preference, a candidate MUST submit a copy of a DD-214, Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility with their application.

FIRST REVIEW: MAY 2, 2025. Subject to closing at that time, or when sufficient number of applications are received.

Salary : $20 - $22