Outdoor Parks & Open Space Ranger - Temp, Part-Time

Longmont Department of Public Safety; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Longmont seeks enthusiastic individuals to join Public Safety as Temporary Parks & Open Space Rangers. This outdoor role involves patrolling parks and open spaces, educating visitors, and enforcing regulations to protect natural resources.

Work includes varied shifts, weekend/evening duties, and emergencies. Required certifications include First Aid/CPR/AED, OC spray, and motorboat operation. Apply by open deadline.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Natural Resource Management or related field.
• Two years of related work experience in natural resources, outdoor recreation, wildlife, ecology, enforcement, boat operation, or EMS.

Responsibilities

• Patrols of parks, open spaces, and public lands to promote safety and protect resources.
• Educate visitors on park rules and responsible recreation.
• Enforce rules, investigate violations, and issue summons when needed.
• Provide customer service and assistance to park visitors.
• Respond to concerns and coordinate emergency responses as needed.
• Conduct patrols by foot, bike, boat, or City vehicle.
• Inspect watercraft for Aquatic Nuisance Species to protect waterways.

Skills

Patrol

Visitor education

Regulatory enforcement

First aid

Public safety

Education

Associate's Degree in Natural Resource Management

Two years of related work experience

Tools

OC Aerosol Spray certification

Collapsible Baton certification

Motorboat Operation qualification

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Job description

The City of Longmont seeks enthusiastic individuals to join Public Safety as Temporary Parks & Open Space Rangers. This outdoor role involves patrolling parks and open spaces, educating visitors, and enforcing regulations to protect natural resources.

Work includes varied shifts, weekend/evening duties, and emergencies. Required certifications include First Aid/CPR/AED, OC spray, and motorboat operation. Apply by open deadline.