Park Ranger: Visitor Safety & Interpretation (Part-Time)

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is seeking a part-time Park Ranger to engage visitors, provide information, and maintain safe, clean parks. You will conduct rounds, respond to incidents with basic first aid, and enforce park rules while assisting with events and daily maintenance.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma/ GED and prefer experience in customer service or environmental fields. Valid Ohio driver license and First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification are required within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; additional education/experience in customer service, environmental science, natural resources or related field preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, the public, and law enforcement; able to complete routine forms.
• Works on a team with outstanding customer service, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Attendance is essential. Must be present at work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and initiate proper protocols; solve problems with few variables.
• Possession of a valid Ohio driver license and ability to conform to driving standards; valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors; provide information and directions.
• Conduct regular park rounds by vehicle, bike, or on foot to maintain high visibility.
• Respond to injuries or illnesses; assess and initiate first aid per protocols.
• Explain park rules and promote involvement; guide visitors to shelters and park amenities.
• Open and close parks; perform security checks and maintain park readiness.
• Perform light maintenance (restrooms, lodges, trash removal) and assist with snow removal.
• Assist with special events, including setup, parking logistics and traffic control.
• Represent Metro Parks at community events and promote park programs.
• Complete sign-in procedures for shelter/lodge rentals and provide rental information.
• Complete reports and communicate safety concerns to Park Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Environmental science/Conservation background (preferred)

Tools

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Ohio driver license

Job description

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is seeking a part-time Park Ranger to engage visitors, provide information, and maintain safe, clean parks. You will conduct rounds, respond to incidents with basic first aid, and enforce park rules while assisting with events and daily maintenance.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma/ GED and prefer experience in customer service or environmental fields. Valid Ohio driver license and First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification are required within six months of hire.