Temporary Parks and Open Space Ranger - 2027 Season

City of Longmont; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Longmont seeks a Temporary Parks & Open Space Ranger to patrol Union Reservoir, City parks, greenways, and open spaces, educating visitors about rules, safety, and resource protection.

You will enforce regulations, handle incidents, provide directions, and assist with emergencies while working in a physically active outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years related experience in natural resources or enforcement.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and meet physical demands.
• Weekend/evening hours and holiday schedules required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol parks and open spaces to promote visitor safety and resource protection.
• Educate visitors on park rules and responsible recreation.
• Enforce rules, investigate violations, and issue summons when needed.
• Provide customer service and directions to park visitors.
• Respond to concerns and coordinate emergency responses.

Skills

Outdoor work

Public safety

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Two years experience

Tools

Boat operation

Job description

Temporary Parks & Open Space Ranger

Department: Public Safety

Division: Community Enhancement & Compliance

Compensation: $25.30–$28.11 per hour

Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary

Schedule: Various shifts based on department needs. Weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays are required.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

• Valid Colorado Driver's License (required).

Do you enjoy working outdoors, protecting natural resources, and helping people make the most of their time outside? Are you looking for an opportunity to combine public safety, conservation, education, and community service?

If you enjoy an active outdoor work environment and take pride in serving your community, we encourage you to apply!

What You’ll Do

• Patrol Union Reservoir, McIntosh Lake, City parks, greenways, open spaces, and other public lands to promote visitor safety and protect natural resources.
• Educate visitors about park rules, regulations, responsible recreation, and resource protection.
• Enforce applicable rules and regulations, investigate violations, and issue municipal summonses when appropriate.
• Provide excellent customer service, directions, information, and assistance to park visitors.
• Respond to visitor concerns, resolve conflicts, and use sound judgment to address problems.
• Conduct daily patrols by foot, bicycle, boat, UTV, and City vehicle.
• Provide first aid and coordinate emergency medical responses.
• Assist with boating incidents and water rescues.
• Inspect incoming watercraft for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) to help protect local waterways.
• Operate various equipment used in the maintenance and management of parks and public lands.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet ONE of the following education or experience requirements:

• An Associate's Degree in Natural Resource Management, Natural Sciences, Parks and Recreation Management, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field; OR
• Two years of directly related work experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Natural resource management.
  • Outdoor recreation.
  • Wildlife or fisheries.
  • Ecology.
  • Regulatory enforcement.
  • Boat operation.
  • Emergency medical response.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Colorado Driver's License (required).
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including considerable walking and standing.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, nights, holidays, and adjusted schedules based on operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Required Certifications And Training

The following certifications or qualifications must be obtained within six months of hire:

• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• OC Aerosol Spray certification.
• Collapsible Baton certification.
• Motorboat Operation qualification.

Work Environment

This is an active, outdoor position that requires working in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and precipitation. Work involves considerable walking and standing, as well as potential exposure to noise, dust, pollen, gases, oils, solvents, herbicides, fungicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.

Successful candidates must be comfortable interacting with the public, working independently and collaboratively, exercising sound judgment, and adapting to changing operational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• The hourly hiring range is $25.30–$28.11, depending on qualifications and experience.
• As a temporary, part-time position, benefits are limited to those required by law, including applicable sick leave, jury and witness duty protections, Social Security, and Medicare.

Selection Process

The selection process may include:

• Review of the completed application and qualifications.
• Personal interview.
• Integrity interview.
• Background investigation and criminal background check.
• Substance screening.

THE CITY OF LONGMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Longmont provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, veteran status, or disability, unless related to a bona fide occupational requirement.

If you need special assistance during the selection process, please contact Human Resources in advance to make arrangements.

All City of Longmont facilities are smoke-free.