Enforcement Lead Ranger, Natural Areas

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

City of Fort Collins is seeking a Supervisor, Enforcement (Natural Areas Lead Ranger) to oversee a ranger team, conduct patrols across 50,000+ acres of natural areas, and coordinate with partner agencies for safety and resource protection.

This full-time, non-exempt position involves planning, training, policy interpretation, and leadership to ensure effective enforcement and public safety across 50+ parks and 150+ miles of trails in Larimer County.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree or equivalent experience may be preferred.
• Experience in public safety, enforcement, or related field is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor staff assignments; hire, train, evaluate, and terminate employees as needed.
• Develop and implement training plans and SOPs; ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain records and reports; support court and enforcement actions as needed.
• Provide training to staff on safety, operations, and incident response.
• Coordinate with external agencies during emergencies and special events.
• Lead field training for newly hired staff and oversee equipment maintenance.

Skills

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Emergency response

Communication

Public safety coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

City of Fort Collins is seeking a Supervisor, Enforcement (Natural Areas Lead Ranger) to oversee a ranger team, conduct patrols across 50,000+ acres of natural areas, and coordinate with partner agencies for safety and resource protection.

This full-time, non-exempt position involves planning, training, policy interpretation, and leadership to ensure effective enforcement and public safety across 50+ parks and 150+ miles of trails in Larimer County.