PARK RANGER

State of Arizona; Sedona (AZ); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Deferred compensation plan

Wellness plans

Parental Leave

Retirement system enrollment

Job summary

Arizona State Parks and Trails in Sedona is seeking a Park Ranger at Slide Rock State Park to ensure a safe and welcoming visitor experience. This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with duties spanning guest assistance, fee collection, and site upkeep.

You will support maintenance of park facilities, lead interpretive programs, and help enforce park rules. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Assistant.
• Three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Host visitors, answer questions, and address concerns.
• Collect and account for fees.
• Maintain, inspect, repair park buildings and related infrastructure.
• General cleaning of facilities and park upkeep.
• Interpret natural features or historic objects for visitors.
• Lead guided programs and maintain exhibits.
• Ensure public safety by enforcing park rules and regulations.

Skills

Public engagement

Facilities maintenance

First aid & safety

Communication skills

Cash handling

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or related

Job description

ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

Connecting people with the outdoors and history of Arizona to build a lifetime of memories. Arizona State Parks and Trails is the leader in sustainable outdoor recreation for current and future generations. To learn more about Arizona State Parks and Trails, visit our web site at azstateparks.com. Arizona State Parks and Trails protect and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas. The agency also includes the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.

PARK RANGER
SLIDE ROCK STATE PARK
“must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays”

Job Location:

Address: 6871 n. highway 89A,Sedona, Arizona 86336

Posting Details:

Salary: $17.50 - $19.00 per hour

Grade: 16

Closing Date: October 24, 2026

Why join us?

At Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT), we look after 33 beautiful state parks, historical buildings, and over 64,000 acres of Arizona’s best landscapes. Our mission is all about connecting people with the outdoors and our state's incredible history to help them build memories that last a lifetime.

Why you'll love working here:

• Be a part of a highly engaged team that enjoys this work, believes in the mission, and has the support, tools, and an open and accepting environment where you can do your best.
• Professional growth and development through an active learning culture with opportunities like First Aid and Certified Interpretive Guide certifications, and cross-park learning programs that allow employees to grow their skill set and learn about operations across the agency.
• Supportive leadership that encourages collaboration, idea sharing, and problem solving. Our team has meaningful input into the agency's direction.
• Recognition programs encourage innovation and acknowledge hard work through monetary rewards and peer-to-peer appreciation.

A day in the life:

As a Park Ranger, no two days are quite the same. You'll get to help the park run smoothly and provide a great experience for visitors through a variety of ways.

Support the operation and maintenance of a recreational, historic, or natural resource park.

• Host visitors, answer questions, and address concerns
• Collect and account for fees
• Maintain, inspect, repair park buildings for any problems or hazards, completion of various carpentry, improvement and repair projects while following maintenance standards.
• . General cleaning of facilities as necessary
• General Park upkeep including basic irrigation, landscaping, litter removal, trail maintenance, restroom cleaning, and specialized systems/infrastructure.

Interpret natural features of the area, or historic objects /artifacts for visitors.

• Lead guided programs
• Maintain interpretive exhibits and displays

Ensure public safety by enforcing park rules and regulations.

• Use a two-way radio communications system
• Confer with local officials and law enforcement officers
• Complete necessary reports concerning incidents
• Maintain safety and rule compliance across all park aquatic zones and parking areas.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Your Competencies and Skills:

We’re looking for a team player who has the knowledge, skills, and ability to:

• Establish good rapport with the public and provide interpretive education
• Maintain Park facilities, grounds, systems, and equipment
• Keep visitors safe with first aid techniques and rule enforcement
• Work with agency resources, including oral/written communication, interpersonal relationships, and general office procedures
• Handle cash transactions while welcoming visitors in a friendly manner
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Juggle multiple tasks

What sets you apart:

Preferred qualifications include:

• Two years of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Assistant
• OR three years of work experience in customer service, library or museum work
• OR a Bachelor’s degree in Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field.

What we need from you:

Pre-employment requirements include:

• This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business. The following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
• Possess and maintain a current Arizona Driver's license appropriate to assignment.
• Some positions may require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician, Electrician, and/or Wastewater Treatment Operator.
• Completion of Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), required for all newly hired State employees.

The Perks:

Being part of the ASPT team comes with some pretty great benefits, including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted children.
• Retirement: Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.

Ready to make a difference:

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The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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