Park Safety Ranger – Rules & Compliance

City of Miami Beach; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Miami Beach is seeking park rangers to patrol parks and grounds, promoting safety and compliance with park rules and local ordinances. Rangers will operate across multiple surfaces and may issue warnings or citations as needed.

Incumbents must be unarmed, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet Florida certifications including Level 1 FAC, CPR/First Aid, and a Florida Class D Security Officer License. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time verifiable experience dealing with the public in code enforcement, security, former law enforcement, or related fields.
• Possess or obtain Level 1 certification from the Florida Association of Code Enforcement within 12 months.
• Possess and maintain CPR or First Aid certification within 12 months.
• Possess or obtain a State of Florida Class "D" Security Officer License prior to appointment and maintain for duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol City parks and facilities on foot, bicycle, golf cart, ATV or vehicle to promote safety and deter violations.
• Explain and enforce park rules, regulations, and city ordinances; issue warnings or citations as needed.
• Provide information to park patrons and handle inquiries and complaints.
• Accurately complete reports such as accidents, burglaries, and injuries; assist investigations.
• Control activity levels during events and provide crowd management at city-sponsored events.
• Use radio to coordinate with law enforcement or EMS when required.
• Interact with the public to promote courteous behavior and park usage.
• Assist in special events security and escort individuals as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Public safety

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Level 1 FAC Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Florida Class D Security License

Job description

City of Miami Beach is seeking park rangers to patrol parks and grounds, promoting safety and compliance with park rules and local ordinances. Rangers will operate across multiple surfaces and may issue warnings or citations as needed.

Incumbents must be unarmed, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet Florida certifications including Level 1 FAC, CPR/First Aid, and a Florida Class D Security Officer License. Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays are required.