Park Ranger: Education & Community Programs Lead

CITY OF PITTSBURG; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pittsburgh is seeking a Park Ranger to manage visitor safety, resource protection, and programming across city parks, trails, and recreation facilities.

You will supervise part-time staff, assist with the Camping in the Parks initiative, conduct patrols by foot, bike, RTV or vehicle, develop educational programming, handle incidents, issue citations, and coordinate with community partners. A valid Pennsylvania driver's license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in program administration and education programming.
• Associate's Degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Environmental Education, Criminal Science, Parks & Recreation Administration, or related field.
• Total Qualifying Requirement is three years (experience + education).

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in comprehensive Park Ranger programs across city parks.
• Assist with the “Camping in the Parks” events and staffing.
• Manage part-time Rangers, training, payroll records, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop engaging educational programming for the public.
• Conduct patrols by foot, bike, RTV, and vehicle to promote safety.
• Investigate and resolve complaints; respond to emergencies.
• Issue citations per park ordinances.

Skills

Program administration

Education programming

Public safety

Education

Associate's Degree in Environmental Science/Studies

Associate's Degree in Environmental Education

Associate's Degree in Criminal Science

Associate's Degree in Parks & Recreation Administration

Job description

The City of Pittsburgh is seeking a Park Ranger to manage visitor safety, resource protection, and programming across city parks, trails, and recreation facilities.

You will supervise part-time staff, assist with the Camping in the Parks initiative, conduct patrols by foot, bike, RTV or vehicle, develop educational programming, handle incidents, issue citations, and coordinate with community partners. A valid Pennsylvania driver's license and CPR certification are required.