Beach Ranger

Salary : $20.24 - $26.21 Hourly

Location : Whitefish, MT

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 2025-0003

Department : Parks & Recreation

Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 15 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Mountain

General Purpose

The City of Whitefish, Montana is actively recruiting for the Beach Ranger position for our Parks & Recreation Department. We welcome your inquiries and encourage you to apply!

One of the fastest growing cities in Montana, Whitefish is consistently rated one of the best small towns in America and was named one of the top 25 ski towns in the world by National Geographic. It is located on the shores of Whitefish Lake and the base of Big Mountain - home to Whitefish Mountain Resort. Whitefish also boasts over 36 miles of natural surface single-track mountain biking and hiking trails with 10 trailheads, golfing, world class dining, two professional live theater companies, and is only thirty minutes from Glacier National Park.

This position will remain open until filled.

This position will be filled on a "seasonal" "temporary" or "short-term" basis dependent upon the applicant's availability and timeframe worked, past and present. This position will be filled to work for the approximate time period of April 2025 - September 2025.

For assistance with online application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 406-863-2464 or email HR@cityofwhitefish.org.

EOE-AA-M / F-VET-DISABILITY

GENERAL PURPOSE :

Performs a variety of duties directly related to the safe and efficient operations of Whitefish City Beach, including maintenance, boat inspections, and decontamination station activities. Also provides boat inspections at Whitefish Lake State Park.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Lead Beach Ranger and Community Services Coordinator, or Parks and Recreation Director or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :

May supervise community service workers and / or volunteers as required and assigned.

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES :

The following duties are typical for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

It is expected that every employee should be on time, fully prepared, every day that the employee is scheduled to work. We expect every employee to strive for perfect attendance.

Maintains a safe, leisure environment for all beach patrons and staff.

Inspects watercraft for Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) at the City Beach Boat Launch and Whitefish Lake State Park. Accurately and consistently records data pertaining to inspections. Performs boat decontaminations as needed.

Collects boat launch daily and season pass fees. Submits boat launch deposits.

Enforces all park and recreation rules, policies and procedures. Educates patrons and issues citations as needed.

Ensures facility and parks maintenance standards for beach area, decks, walkways, boat dock, bathrooms, and adjacent park areas.

Responds to emergencies and initiates the emergency action management plan when necessary.

Responds to incidents as necessary.

Maintain and submits all necessary reports and forms in a timely manner.

Adheres to a schedule as agreed by the employee and Community Services Coordinator.

Works a varying schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Adheres to all policies and procedures as outlined by the Parks and Recreation Department.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma / GED preferred.
• High maturity level and proven record of responsibility.
• Aquatic Invasive Species inspection and decontamination experience including preventative hot water washes, use of Aquatic Nuisance Species Application database, and Fish, Wildlife, and Parks AIS training.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

None

Supplemental Information

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT :

Boat inspection and decontamination equipment. Assorted power and manual tools. Computer processing including point of sale, commercial permit membership, and AIS Database.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and bend. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions and cleaning supplies.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate during preparation and clean up periods while very loud during work sessions.

SELECTION GUIDELINES :

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. 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.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Whitefish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Whitefish does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, creed, political idea, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity and / or expression in its hiring or employment practices.

A "Seasonal" employee means a permanent employee who is designated as seasonal, who performs duties interrupted by the seasons, and who may be recalled without the loss of rights or benefits accrued during the preceding season.

A "Temporary" employee is designated as temporary for a definite period of time not to exceed 12 months, performs duties on a temporary basis, is not eligible for permanent status, is terminated at the end of employment period, and is not eligible to become a permanent employee without a competitive selection process.

A "Short-Term Worker" is a person who may be hired without using a competitive hiring process for an hourly wage , may not work for more than 90 days in a continuous 12-month period, is not eligible for permanent status, may not be hired into a permanent position without a competitive selection process, may be discharged without cause, and is not eligible to earn leave and holiday benefits.

Employees classified as "seasonal" or "temporary" may receive and use the following benefits as outlined in the City of Whitefish Personnel Policy :

Benefits of working for the City of Whitefish include :

Salary : $20 - $26