Park Ranger: Safety, Outreach & Park Programs

City of Pittsburgh's; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Pittsburgh is seeking a part-time Park Ranger to provide comprehensive coordination and operations of the Park Ranger Program across City parks, trails, and recreation facilities. You will handle visitor management, safety, and program development to serve residents and visitors.

The role requires strong community engagement, ability to work with departments, and conducting outreach for special events.

Qualifications

• WORK EXPERIENCE: None required for this position.
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: None required for this position.
• EQUIVALENCY: None required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in the Park Ranger program across City parks, trails, and facilities; ensures adherence to laws, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Attends department and City meetings; researches Park Ranger development and department goals and objectives.
• Acts as liaison with community groups and other agencies; develops public relations and marketing strategies for the department's programs and services; coordinates with City Departments for integrated programming.
• Mee­ts with civic groups to receive input and may present programs related to Park Ranger operations to various groups.
• Assists in planning, execution, and oversight of special events sponsored or co-sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation and partners.
• Drives patrol vehicles and operates telecommunication devices.
• Patrols assigned areas by foot, bike, RTVs, and vehicles to promote safety and security for visitors.
• Documents daily patrol activities and completes forms and reports related to parks operations and incidents.
• Manages area of responsibility in accordance with laws, regulations and policy.
• Investigates and resolves complaints and concerns.
• Responds to emergency situations including first aid and medical emergencies; coordinates responses.
• Issues citations per park ordinances.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Job description

City of Pittsburgh is seeking a part-time Park Ranger to provide comprehensive coordination and operations of the Park Ranger Program across City parks, trails, and recreation facilities. You will handle visitor management, safety, and program development to serve residents and visitors.

The role requires strong community engagement, ability to work with departments, and conducting outreach for special events.