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Hampton Golf

Ranger Or Starter

Mamaroneck, NY

$25 - $27/hr

... to assist ranger to help flow and pace of play. • Must know what's always going on regarding the course and keeps in touch with the ranger in the event of emergencies. • In touch with the Golf ...

Hampton Golf

Ranger Or Starter

Port Saint Lucie, FL

$14/hr

... to assist ranger to help flow and pace of play. • Must know what's always going on regarding the course and keeps in touch with the ranger in the event of emergencies. • In touch with the Golf ...

Hampton Golf

Ranger Or Starter

Kissimmee, FL

$14/hr

... to assist ranger to help flow and pace of play. • Must know what's always going on regarding the course and keeps in touch with the ranger in the event of emergencies. • In touch with the Golf ...

EAGLE RANCH METRO

Player Assistant

Eagle, CO · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Player Assistant - Starter Reports To: Player Assistant's Supervisor Prepared Date: January 2026 ... Assists ranger in tee sheet management. Keeps accurate record of each golf car, names of players in ...

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How much do assistant ranger jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant ranger in the United States is $42,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Ranger, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Ranger, you typically need a background in environmental science, forestry, or a related field, often supported by relevant certifications or training. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, GPS devices, and safety equipment is commonly required for daily fieldwork. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help in interacting with the public and collaborating with colleagues. These competencies are essential for effectively managing natural resources, ensuring visitor safety, and supporting conservation efforts.

What are some of the common challenges Assistant Rangers face during peak visitor seasons?

During peak visitor seasons, Assistant Rangers often encounter challenges such as managing larger crowds, ensuring public safety, and protecting natural resources from increased human impact. Balancing educational outreach with enforcement of park regulations becomes more demanding, and there may be a greater need to assist with emergency situations or first aid. Effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability are essential to handle the fast-paced environment and maintain a positive experience for visitors while safeguarding the park.

What are Assistant Rangers?

Assistant Rangers are professionals who support the management and conservation of parks, nature reserves, or wildlife areas. They assist senior rangers in tasks such as maintaining trails, monitoring wildlife, providing visitor information, enforcing park rules, and participating in conservation projects. Assistant Rangers play a key role in protecting natural resources and ensuring that visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience. Their duties can also include educational outreach and helping with emergency responses within the park.

What is the difference between Assistant Ranger vs Park Ranger?

AspectAssistant RangerPark Ranger
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in first aid, CPRHigh school diploma; often additional certifications in law enforcement or environmental management
Work EnvironmentAssists in park maintenance, visitor assistance, and conservation tasksEnforces park rules, conducts patrols, educates visitors, manages emergencies
Employer & Industry UsagePublic parks, wildlife reserves, national and state parksNational and state parks, wildlife agencies, conservation organizations

Assistant Rangers typically support park operations, focusing on maintenance and visitor assistance, while Park Rangers have more responsibilities in enforcement, education, and emergency response. Both roles require similar certifications and work in outdoor, public park environments, but Park Rangers usually have a broader scope of duties and authority.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Ranger job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 84% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,553 per year, or $20.5 per hour.
Assistant Ranger (Seasonal)

Assistant Ranger (Seasonal)

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey

Butler, NJ

$18.25 - $22.50/hr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Assistant Ranger (Seasonal)

The Girl Scout mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Behind every Girl Scout and volunteer is a team of local staff ready to help them earn that next badge, embark on a camping adventure, or organize an impactful service project.

We are Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) serving girls in grades K-12 in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and northern Warren counties. We bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to 19,000 girls and 10,200 adult members.

We are looking for an Assistant Ranger (seasonal) to join our team!

The Seasonal Assistant Ranger will assist with general maintenance, improvement, and custodial services in accordance with GSNNJ, GSUSA and ACA policies and standards.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Work under the direction of the Ranger to ensure the readiness of the properties' building and grounds for troop camping, day camp, group use and council-sponsored programs.
  • Perform all maintenance and custodial services as directed by the Ranger and Lead Ranger to maintain properties to the required standards.
  • Ensure a quality customer service attitude is always demonstrated.
  • Helps foster and implement the council's policy to strive for a volunteer, employee and program participant population reflective of the area's religious, racial, ethnic, social and economic diversity.
  • As is the case with all our roles at the GS NNJ council, we are a small and passionate team of lifelong learners who jump in to support our staff across departments. As opportunities present, we expect our staff at all levels to participate in organizational initiatives and support our mission of serving girls. All staff are encouraged to promote and assist with council-wide programs, activities, public relations, and fund development endeavors.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma.
  • Experience with assisting with park management and/or grounds maintenance.
  • Exceptional time management capability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable automobile and auto insurance with ability to maintain, drive and operate safely and efficiently various types of mowers, trucks, landscaping equipment and construction vehicles.
  • Basic mechanical trade knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and electric.
  • Ability to understand, remember and follow all unwritten instructions. Physical health and strength needed to perform various heavy tasks.
  • Ability to assist and prepare campgrounds.
  • Ability to lift physically heavy objects and to work continuously under varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to travel to GSNNJ properties as required.

Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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