Casual Assistant Park Ranger

Derby City Council; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Derby is seeking Casual Park Ranger Assistants to work across parks, particularly at Markeaton Park. The role involves outdoor duties and engaging with park users. Ideal for those seeking flexible work or seasonal employment. Strong customer care skills are essential for this position.

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance

Annual leave of 27 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Positive approach to customer care.
• Ability to perform cleaning and litter picking duties.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for park users.
• Work outdoors in various parks across Derby.

Skills

Customer care

Outdoor work

Job description

Overview

Directorate: Place

Hours: Zero hours

Contract Type: Casual/Relief

Location: Markeaton Park & working across all parks and Green spaces in Derby

We are currently recruiting for Casual Park Ranger Assistants. We are looking to recruit a number of Casual Assistant Park Rangers to join our team to work in parks across the city, in particular at the Mundy Play Centre at Markeaton Park. You will be working outdoors and will be the first point of contact for park users. This role will suit those looking for holiday work and also those looking for year round work. You must have a positive approach to customer care and you will be required to carry out cleaning and litter picking duties as part of your overall responsibilities.

Who We Are

Here at Derby City Council, we’re dedicated to delivering nearly 250 first-class services to citizens and businesses in the heart of the Midlands. People are at the centre of all that we do, and we have an outstanding track record of recruiting and developing talented individuals by providing them with varied and fulfilling career opportunities. Find out more about what it’s like to work for us.

What We Offer

• Flexible work/life balance scheme (depending on your role)
• Continued professional development opportunities & career conversations
• 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years\' service), plus bank holidays (depending on contract)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (depending on contract)
• Team Derby Rewards – retail and leisure discounts
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle2Work Scheme & free cycle training
• Employee Assistance Programmes & Support
• Access to our Equality Employee Networks – LGBTQ+, Disabled Employee Network & Carers and our Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Employee Support Network
• Support for colleagues who are carers

Next Steps

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