Live In Park Ranger Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

General Responsibilities Summary ***SHIFT: THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY 2 P.M. - 12 A.M.*** Patrols assigned City parks, facilities, and special events on foot, bicycle or motorized vehicle to provide public information, ensure the safety and security of park and recreation patrons, provide outdoor education programs, and enforce regulations in a professional manner. Essential Functions The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary

Other duties may be assigned. Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Educates the public by providing informative programs and tours such as nature hikes, historical, environmental or nature hikes for schools, nature clubs, and other organizations; giving information and directions; explaining available programs, hours of operation and costs; participating in various programs of interest to the public; educating groups and individuals on parks and recreation ordinances, rules and policies; recruiting and overseeing park volunteers.

Provides safety to the public by patrolling city parks, trails, special events, recreation centers, and assigned facilities; enforcing parks and recreation ordinances and regulations; reporting any security problems which may need police attention; coordinating the security force and traffic plan for large events; works with the City Police Department on special projects; ensures the trails are properly maintained and safe to use at all times. Assists the public by notifying appropriate departments when medical care or emergency attention is required, and responding to spontaneous demands of the public. Reports and documents participation, park usage, citations, submitted and completed work orders, and collections as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and professionally. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma AND two (2) years directly related experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Parks and recreation experience preferred. A Class D driver's license and good driving record are required and must be maintained throughout employment.

Application Requirements The complexity, guidelines, supervisory controls, and supervision responsibilities described below are representative of this position. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Parks Director sets the overall objectives and resources available. The Park Ranger assists in developing deadlines, projects, and work to be done on trails.

The employee is responsible for reporting issues and carrying out assignments; resolving conflicts which arise; and coordinating the work with others as necessary. The employee may also assist in determining the approach to be taken and the methodology to be used. The employee keeps the supervisor informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications.

Completed work is reviewed only from an overall standpoint in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or effectiveness in meeting requirements or expected results. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None. COMPLEXITY The work typically includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods such as those relating to well-established aspects of an administrative or professional field; decisions regarding what needs to be done including assessment of unusual circumstances, variations in approach, and incomplete or conflicting data.

The work requires making many decisions concerning such things as the interpreting of considerable data, planning of the work, or refining the methods and techniques to be used. GUIDELINES Guidelines for performing work are scarce or of limited use; the employee uses initiative and resourcefulness. The employee often makes decisions that affect persons or situations beyond the scope of his/her job.

Continuing education may be required.