Position Information

The Parks and Natural Resources Division, within Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is hiring a Park Ranger I to support and lead activities in the parks and assist with the daily administration and planning for the Park Ranger Program, which combines park security functions with educational programs about safe park usage, environmental awareness, park history, and natural park features.
The Park Ranger I patrols designated park areas by foot, bike, or vehicle, provides information about and enforces park regulations, administers routine first aid care, identifies recurrent usage problems and park areas needing attention or more Ranger visibility, and gives informal talks and staffs information booths.
Specific duties include:

• Supporting strategic goals, policies, procedures, and performance measures for the Park Ranger Program to align with County values while prioritizing safety, continually improving performance, and providing exceptional customer service;
• Assisting the Park Ranger II with daily administration of the Park Ranger Program, including preparing reports and written documents, such as incident reports, background information for Gram responses, and usage reports;
• Making purchases and tracking expenditures for specific activities, providing daily oversight and assists in the training of Park Ranger Aides who perform seasonal work;
• Patrolling parkland and public spaces, enforcing park rules, providing conflict resolution for park users, clearing debris from trails and other minor maintenance tasks, including acting as on-site contact for park users in emergency situations while coordinating with police and fire during emergency response;
• Serving as liaison to the Police and Fire Department to coordinate with during emergency responses and developing services and programs that promote a safe, functional, and inclusive environment for park users;
• Serving as a responsive liaison between the Ranger unit and external stakeholders with interactions such as media requests, public meetings, volunteer events, presentations, conferences, educational programs, emergencies, and incidental conversations via phone or email; and
• Designing and delivering educational and informational programs and activities about park safety and history, environmental issues, and natural park features.

Selection Criteria

Minimums:

• High School Diploma, GED or the equivalent; plus
• Some experience as a Park Ranger, which includes interaction with the public, such as camp counselor, naturalist, museum interpreter, recreational worker, scout leader or similar field.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; and
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.

• Designing and delivering informational and safety programs;
• Working in or as a liaison with a public safety department; and
• Certification in CPR and/or first aid.

Special Requirements

Additional Information

The pay ranges listed above are effective June 30, 2024.
Work Hours: 11:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. 4 days per week on a rotating schedule. Weekend work required periodically and scheduled based on a rotating cycle. Must be available for immediate callback for inclement weather and other emergencies.
Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.