Park Ranger - OJ Watson Park 2026

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is an exciting, hands-on seasonal supervisory position at OJ Watson Park, where you will oversee daily operations, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of park visitors. You’ll be responsible for supervising staff, managing park activities, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patrons. If you enjoy working outdoors, thrive in dynamic situations, and have a passion for leading teams, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact while contributing to the overall success of the park.

In this role, you’ll be the key point of contact between staff and management, ensuring smooth operations while developing valuable leadership skills. Whether handling cash registers, patrolling the park, or managing incident reports, you will play a crucial role in the daily operations and customer experience at OJ Watson Park. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are looking for a flexible, seasonal position with room for growth and leadership experience.

THIS IS A LIMITED PART-TIME POSITION

The day and hours for this position: varies

Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation

• Posting may come down at any time** Examples of Work Performed
• Supervises staff and day to day operations.
• Completes daily incident and cash reports.
• Patrols the park grounds.
• Serves as liaison between the staff and Park Manager.
• Operates cash register.
• May perform custodial work.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
  
  

Requirements of Work

• Ability to listen to, read, interpret and apply instructions received
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others
• Ability to lift empty containers weighing up to 50 lbs. up to a 4-foot height
• Ability to lift and move large, sometimes bulky objects weighing up to 80 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to move about quickly, and stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop or squat, as needed to perform assigned tasks
• Ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions
• Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
  
  

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship
  
  

Preferred Experience And Training

• Previous customer service experience.
• Previous experience in supervisory or leadership role.
• Previous experience with Cash handling.
• Previous experience in maintenance work.
  
  

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

The City of Wichita is committed to providing a competitive pay and benefits package that helps the City hire and keep good employees. Find out more about what the City offers in the following sections.

Seasonal/Part-time-Limited Benefits Include

• Employee Assistance Program
• Training
  
  

01

Are you 18 years of age or older at the time of application?

• yes
• no
  
  

02

I have the following years of experience in customer service and excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Less than a year of experience
• 1 - 2 years' experience
• 3 - 4 years' experience
• 5 years' experience
• I do not have experience in customer service and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  
  

03

I have the following years of supervisory or leadership experience

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 6 years
• I do not have any years of supervisory or leadership experience.
  
  

04

I have the following years of experience in cash handling (Examples: bank teller; cashier, etc.):

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to 3 years' experience
• 4 to 7 years' experience
• 8 years' experience
• I do not have experience in cash handling.
  
  

05

I have the following years of experience in maintenance work:

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to 2 years' experience.
• 3 to 4 years' experience.
• 5 years' experience.
• I do not have any maintenance work experience.
  
  

06

I Have a Valid Driver's License

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

I understand this position requires work in all outdoor weather conditions. I am willing and able to meet this job requirement.

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question