Park Ranger

The Park Ranger is responsible for patrolling assigned areas to ensure visitors comply with City and State rules and regulations, to protect park and natural resources, to enhance the visitors' experience, and to coordinate with law enforcement as necessary.  Works under the direct supervision of the Program Manager.

This position is non-exempt. Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions will apply.

Please note that this is a part-time position that is not eligible for benefits, and veteran's preference does not apply.

• Opens, closes, and monitors park grounds, facilities, and swimming areas to ensure patrons comply with City ordinances, regulations and safety requirements. Enforces rules, regulations, and policies to all guests, groups, and organizations in a tactful manner. 
• Patrols area via vehicle, bicycle, or by foot depending on area.  Performs scheduled rounds of City parks and the waterfront area to provide surveillance and identify individuals trespassing after closing hours.
• Provides information such as available park services, facilities, and activities, park usage rules, and making reservations.
• May collect fees.
• Follows proper emergency procedures in the event of a serious incident. Notifies the proper authorities when necessary of violations. Works closely with the Clermont Police Department personnel.
• Maintains logs and prepares incident reports as required.
• Checks facilities to ensure lights have been turned off and buildings secured.
• Conducts light maintenance duties as needed.
• Clears paved areas of debris, branches, and other obstructions to sustain a safe environment.
• Works with civic organizations, businesses, and a variety of user groups to coordinate park and facility usage under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns, and complaints in areas of responsibility.
• Assists with all special events as directed
• Operates vehicles, two-way radios, and other equipment.
• Works rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Wears a uniform comprised of a button down shirt, hat, black pants or shorts, and black shoes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of Park Ranger, code/law enforcement, or other closely related experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.

In some cases, an equivalent combination of higher education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience is in a relevant and related field.

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking and standing, climbing, stooping, reaching, and bending.

• Exerts up to 50 pounds of force on a regular basis.

• Good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination.

• Good eyesight, hearing and speech.

• Able to ride a bicycle.

• Regular driving of a City vehicle and/or utility vehicle.

Work Environment   

 Works outdoors in all weather conditions (heat/cold) for extended periods of time. Exposed to various elements including bright/dim lights, dust/pollen, noise, and moving vehicles and machinery.

The City of Clermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all of the essential job functions.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein.  Job functions described are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.  Employees may be assigned additional duties by management as deemed necessary.  Duties not contained herein may be considered essential to performing this job successfully, just as though they were included in this job description.

The City of Clermont has the right to revise this job description at any time.  This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Salary : $19 - $24