Park Ranger I

Town of Gilbert; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Gilbert is seeking a Park Ranger I to patrol town parks and trails, ensuring safety and well‑kept spaces for residents and visitors.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, up to 1 year in public safety or parks maintenance, and CPR/AED + First Aid within 3 months. A valid Arizona driver license is expected. Training includes Certified Playground Safety Inspector within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in public security, public recreation, and parks maintenance preferred.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures that are part of the Arizona climate.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Patrol town parks and trails to observe activities and prevent unauthorized access.
• Monitor park activities and address inappropriate or unsafe behavior; notify police if needed.
• Open and close parks; complete reports and submit work orders; manage trash and debris.

Skills

Public safety experience

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Park Ranger I. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Park Ranger I reports to the Park Ranger II. The primary job duties of this position include:

• Patrol town parks and trails to observe the activities of persons in and around neighborhood or district parks, preserves, sports complexes, facilities, and lakes to prevent unauthorized access or restricted use.
• Monitor park activities and identify inappropriate, unsafe, criminal, or other undesirable behaviors, resolve issues as appropriate; notify the police department if inappropriate activity escalates or may become dangerous; use confrontation avoidance, OC spray, and/or defensive tactics when necessary.
• Open and close parks as needed; complete reports and submit work orders; remove trash and debris or other minor maintenance.
• Provide customer service by verifying park permits and resolve disputes, and ensure reservations are available as scheduled in a safe and clean condition.
• Respond to emergency calls for assistance. Provide assistance to park patrons and Police/Fire in emergency situations including locating missing children or adults; issues warnings and civil citations or serves as a witness and/or completes witness statements for police.
• Capture and containment of stray/lost domestic animals; assisting with the capture and rescue of wildlife and working with appropriate authorities and external agencies.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline

Posting Closes: August 31, 2026

Virtual Interview Invites Sent: September 2, 2026

Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: September 6, 2026

Interview Invites Sent: September 9, 2026

In-Person Interviews: September 14, 2026

Anticipated New Hire Start Date: September 28, 2026

*Subject to change and for planning purposes only

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in public security, public recreation, and parks maintenance preferred
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures that are part of the Arizona climate
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Arizona Driver License
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 3 months of employment
• Shall attend a Certified Playground Safety Inspector course within 12 months of employment, and obtain/maintain certification thereafter.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:

This position has been designated as a Light work position that spends a majority of their workday in an office/warehouse/outdoor/field environment.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.