Seasonal Park Ranger: Patrol, Safety and Visitor Support

City of Spokane; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The City of Spokane is seeking a temporary seasonal Park Ranger to perform general security and parking lot operations in city parks. Work involves walking in varied weather, enforcing codes, and responding to emergencies with independent judgment.

Regular public contact and rotating shifts may occur. Responsibilities include patrolling parks, documenting incidents, assisting with kiosks, collecting fees, and enforcing parking rules.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local laws and ordinances related to park security patrols.
• Knowledge of basic first aid methods and how to apply them in the field.
• Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to obtain information through questioning and observation and recall details.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Patrols City parks on foot, bicycle or motorized vehicle to prevent damage and ensure park user safety.
• Enforces park codes and ordinances.
• Provide first aid response and request professional help as needed.
• Investigate suspicious activities and call for police assistance if required.
• Enforce Parks and Recreation parking rules and help with kiosks as needed.
• Handle parking disputes and assist in parking equipment maintenance.
• Prepare and review security-related reports and summarize daily receipts.
• Respond to alarms and park-related call outs.

Skills

Local laws knowledge

First aid knowledge

Decision making

Public interaction

Patrol/observation

Job description

The City of Spokane is seeking a temporary seasonal Park Ranger to perform general security and parking lot operations in city parks. Work involves walking in varied weather, enforcing codes, and responding to emergencies with independent judgment.

Regular public contact and rotating shifts may occur. Responsibilities include patrolling parks, documenting incidents, assisting with kiosks, collecting fees, and enforcing parking rules.