Park Ranger 1 Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.25 - $24.51 Hourly
Location : Public Works - 10355 N. 121st Ave. El Mirage, AZ
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: FY26-00052
Department: Parks & Recreation - Parks
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 5:00 PM Arizona
Summary
The is responsible for assisting with park maintenance duties and assisting with the safety, security, and overall positive experience of visitors within City parks and trail systems. This position conducts routine patrols, enforces park rules and regulations, responds to service calls, and provides outstanding customer service to the public. The Park Ranger serves as a visible representative for the City of El Mirage and plays a key role in promoting a safe, welcoming, and family-friendly park environment.
Please note this is a Part-time position (19 hours per week).
FY26-27 New Hire Salary range: $21.25-$24.51
FY26-27 Salary range: $21.25-$29.75
This is a Part-Time position and will not be eligible for benefits. However, paid leave accruals are included in addition to the compensation package.

• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours in a calendar year.
  • Sick Leave: Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours in a calendar year.
  • Service Leave: 5 hours per year

About us:
Welcome to the City of El Mirage
Considered the gateway to the Northwest Valley of the Greater Phoenix Metro Area, El Mirage has grown from a small town, dependent on agriculture, to a diverse urban economy with a population of more than 35,000. The City's mission is to enhance the quality of life through leadership, partnerships, and the efficient delivery of outstanding service to our diverse community
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and requirements. The essential duties and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned as determined by the City of El Mirage.
This is the first level in a three-level Maintenance and Operations-Maintenance classification series. It is responsible for performing routine maintenance activities in an assigned area of responsibility, ranging from more basic grounds, equipment, and facilities maintenance to more advanced technical troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, plumbing, and irrigation systems. This classification level has two competency ranks.
JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Job Classification Title: Maintenance Technician
Working Title(s): Park Ranger
FLSA Status: NE
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Organizational Role: Entry/Prescribed; Paraprofessional-Operational
Supervision Exercised: None
Budget Authority: None
Competency Rank(s):Park Ranger
Essential Functions
The following is intended to describe the core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the City's needs.

• Patrols and inspects parks.
• Performs Park security, monitors events, and reports unsafe conditions and vandalism.
• Respond to park-related calls for service and Ramada cleanup.
• Ensure compliance with City parks and trail rules and regulations.
• Establishes and maintains effective customer service with the general public and other city employees.
• Performs routine cleaning, grounds maintenance, or basic equipment repairs.
• Operates hand tools and light mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Inspects premises for safety and cleanliness; identifies repairs needed.
• Operates a motor vehicle to drive to work locations throughout the city.
• Prepares logs and records.
• Maintains compliance with safety requirements, applicable work methods, and procedures.
• Performs related work.

KNOWLEDGE

• Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Methods of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical or mechanical issues, as assigned.
• Use of and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Safe driving practices and the geography of the city.
• Maintaining maintenance logs and records.
• Basic math to calculate measurements, as assigned.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, as assigned.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Computerized maintenance management systems.
• Recreation amenities, splash-pad operations, sports field maintenance, and playground equipment.

SKILLS

• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment.
• Patrolling and inspecting facilities and grounds and identifying safety or repair issues.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical or electrical systems.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Calculating measurements.
• Maintaining logs and records.
• Following safe driving practices.
• Entering data into a maintenance management system.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards.
• Providing customer service.
• Maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to safety standards.
• Safely operating a motor vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related (maintenance) experience or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
Certifications/Licenses:

• Arizona Class D Driver's License.
• First aid/CPR/AED Certification within 6 months of hire.

Safety Sensitive Assignment(s):

• Park Ranger

CONTINUING EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry and within the specified timeframe.

ADA INFORMATION
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Requirements:
The following physical activities are essential to the performance of the job: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, repetitive motions.
Work Environment/Conditions:
Primarily working outdoors with occasional time spent in a vehicle, and exposed to dangerous physical and atmospheric conditions, extreme temperatures, and environmental hazards.
Supplemental Information
The City reserves the right to:

• Consider only the most qualified applicants for the succeeding examination processes.
• Application and review (Training and Experience Evaluation).
• Interview.
• Appointment subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background examination.

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email-please monitor your junk/spam email for communication, as it will come from a system-generated source.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for a qualified applicant with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.
The City of El Mirage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of El Mirage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including:
Holidays
The City provides paid time off to eligible employees on the holidays listed below.

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving Recess
• Christmas Day

Paid Leave

• Vacation: 80 hours per year (or according to MOU), increases with length of service
• Sick Leave: 96 hours per year (or according to MOU)
• Executive Leave or Service Award Leave Personal Hours: Up to 40 hours per fiscal year (according to policy or MOU)

Health and Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Telemedicine
• Flexible Spending Plan (Health Care or Dependent Care)
• Wellness program which focuses on early detection, lifestyle modification, and disease management
• Employee Assistance Program: Employees and household members are eligible for 6 free counseling sessions (per presenting issue).

Life Insurance

• Employer Paid Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Programs

Retirement

• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in statute. Public Safety Retirement System (PSPRS) for sworn Police and Fire employees.
• Deferred Compensation Plans

Supplemental Benefits

• Merit Pay Program (non-MOU employees)
• Step Pay Plan (MOU Fire and Police employees)
• Employee Recognition and Reward Program
• Career Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Trip Reduction Program (Police Department Only)
• Uniform Allowance (according to policy or MOU)
• Northwest Valley YMCA membership at reduced rates for El Mirage employees and their families

Additional Information
The City of El Mirage is a member of the Arizona Metropolitan Trust (AzMT), an employee benefits consortium. Additional information is available at:
Benefits are subject to change.
Refer to the Personnel Policy Manual for current policy provisions and/or Memorandum of Understandings for Police and Fire.
01
Please indicate years of related maintenance experience.

• No experience
• Less than one year experience
• One or more years of experience

02
In response to the previous question, describe where you gained this experience and list your specific responsibilities. If none, please write NONE.
03
Are you available to work evenings and weekends as part of your regular assigned schedule?

• Yes
• No

04
Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High school diploma/GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher degree
• None of the above

05
Do you have or are you able to possess a valid Arizona driver license?

• Yes, I currently possess a valid Arizona driver license
• No, but I will be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver license upon hire
• No, I am unable/unwilling to obtain a valid Arizona driver license

06
I acknowledge the new hire salary range is between $21.75--$24.51 per hour, depending on experience.

• Yes
• No

07
Please describe what interests you about the Park Ranger position.
Required Question