Park Ranger I – Part-Time Visitor Services & Maintenance

Manatee County Government; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Manatee County Government seeks a part-time Visitor Services Specialist to work at multiple preserves in the Bradenton area, including Robinson Preserve, Emerson Point Preserve, and Rye Preserve. The role focuses on outdoor recreation, guest information, and safety.

Responsibilities include maintenance tasks, enforcing park rules, handling camping registrations when needed, and assisting in emergency responses. Requires a high school diploma and 1+ year in landscape/parks work.

Qualifications

• Experience working with visitors in outdoor settings.
• Ability to work outside in heat and strenuous conditions.
• Excellent customer service skills for interacting with preserve visitors.
• Ability to follow daily instructions with attention to detail.
• Ability to keep records and fill out basic reports.

Responsibilities

• Properly applies chemicals to invasive plants according to labels.
• Maintains chemical inventory and records of applications.
• Performs daily maintenance: mowing, cleaning restrooms, trash removal.
• Provides information and enforces preserve rules for visitors.
• Handles cash sales and camping registrations when needed.
• Performs data entry and attends job-specific trainings.
• Supports emergency or disaster response activities as required.

Skills

Customer service

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Manatee County Government seeks a part-time Visitor Services Specialist to work at multiple preserves in the Bradenton area, including Robinson Preserve, Emerson Point Preserve, and Rye Preserve. The role focuses on outdoor recreation, guest information, and safety.

Responsibilities include maintenance tasks, enforcing park rules, handling camping registrations when needed, and assisting in emergency responses. Requires a high school diploma and 1+ year in landscape/parks work.