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The Phoenix Zoo

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.50/hr

Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant Department: Park Rangers Supervisor: Director of Park Services Supervises: None FLSA Status: Part Time, Seasonal, Non-Exempt Pay: $18.50 General Statement: The Park ...

The State of Arizona

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT

Sedona, AZ · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT Apply now Job No: 543102 Work Type: Temporary Location: SEDONA Categories: Forestry/Wildland Fire/Natural Resources ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS To connect people with the ...

Cameron County

PARK RANGER

South Padre Island, TX · On-site

$45K/yr

Employee is responsible to the Chief Park Ranger and must follow the chain of command and all ... Assist with crime prevention.Protect crime scene.Investigate motor vehicle accidents.May be ...

Cameron County

PARK RANGER

South Padre Island, TX

$13 - $16/hr

PARK RANGER PAY PLAN: 116 - $ 45,798.00 minimum salary SECTION I- This is a responsible non ... Patrol County Parks and on County Public Beaches and access points. * Assist with crime prevention.

Cameron County

PARK RANGER

South Padre Island, TX · On-site

$45K/yr

PARK RANGER PAY PLAN: 116 - $ 45,798.00 minimum salary SECTION I- This is a responsible non ... Patrol County Parks and on County Public Beaches and access points. * Assist with crime prevention.

Sacramento County, CA

Park Ranger Assistant

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$37K - $45K/yr

... Park Ranger Assistant provides assistance and support services to the County Regional Parks System including fee collection, visitor services, resource and wildlife protection, safety enforcement ...

County of Sacramento

Park Ranger Assistant

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$37K - $45K/yr

Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 8/11/26, 9/15/26, 10/13/26, 11/10/26, 12/8/26 Under general supervision, the Park Ranger Assistant provides assistance and support services to the County ...

The State of Arizona

PARK RANGER

Camp Verde, AZ

$17.50 - $19/hr

The purpose of the Park Ranger position at Fort Verde State Historic Park is to assist in the operation of the park. Job Duties: - Conducts park landscaping, including but not limited to irrigation ...

City of Anaheim

Part Time Senior Park Ranger

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$28.68 - $34.86/hr

Assign and assist in opening and securing specialized park facilities, skate parks, restrooms ... Act as Park Ranger dispatch operator as assigned. Follow safe working practices and make ...

County of Riverside

Park Ranger I/II

Riverside, CA · On-site

$46K - $68K/yr

Plan and participate in habitat creation and restoration; assist in the planning of prescribed ... Park Ranger II - Parks (in addition to the duties above) Train assigned staff in the safe and ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for park ranger assistant in the United States is $20.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Park Ranger Assistants support park rangers in the management and protection of parks, forests, and other natural areas. Their duties often include helping with visitor services, maintaining trails and facilities, providing educational information, and assisting with conservation efforts. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of visitors and the preservation of natural resources. Park Ranger Assistants may work in national, state, or local parks, and their responsibilities can vary depending on the location and needs of the park.

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To thrive as a Park Ranger Assistant, you need knowledge of environmental conservation, park operations, and relevant safety protocols, typically supported by a high school diploma or coursework in natural resources or biology. Familiarity with GPS units, two-way radios, and park management software is often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills help you effectively interact with visitors and support park staff. These abilities are essential for ensuring visitor safety, preserving natural resources, and maintaining a positive park experience.

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Park Ranger Assistants often experience increased workloads during peak seasons due to higher numbers of visitors, which can lead to challenges in maintaining park safety, providing quality customer service, and ensuring facilities remain clean and accessible. Managing large groups, responding to visitor queries, and assisting with emergencies or enforcing park regulations can become more demanding. Teamwork and effective communication with senior rangers and other assistants are essential to efficiently handle these busy periods and maintain a positive visitor experience.

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Infographic showing various Park Ranger Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,977 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT

The Phoenix Zoo

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$18.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description
Job Title: Seasonal Park Ranger Assistant
Department: Park Rangers
Supervisor: Director of Park Services
Supervises: None
FLSA Status: Part Time, Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Pay: $18.50
General Statement:
The Park Ranger Assistant provides support to Park Rangers by assisting in the management of the parking lots, providing a safety & security presence at a variety of ZooLights event venues, patrolling event areas, monitoring guest security barriers, reuniting lost guests, answering guest questions, and providing overall exceptional customer service to guests and staff.
Duration of Season & Hours:
Our ZooLights season is from November to mid-January.
• Hiring in September. Training in October.
• From November 1 through January 18, shifts can range from 3 - 8 hours long. Mostly evening shifts and weekend daytime parking lot shifts. Shifts are based on your availability; your hours could increase once ZooLights starts.
• Qualified Ranger Assistants may be invited to stay on through April with evening and primarily weekend shifts available. Weekday shifts may also be available during March Spring Break.
Essential Duties:
1. Provides quality guest service to both internal and external guests by maintaining a WILD (friendly, helpful, positive, and professional) working attitude and appearance.
2. Assists Park Rangers in parking lot management by directing guests to parking spaces and patrolling lots as assigned on foot.
3. Provides a safety & security presence throughout the ZooLights footprint, including but not limited to monitoring firepits, monitoring play equipment, providing alcohol control, and monitoring private events on foot while always demonstrating exceptional customer service.
4. Helps control access points to group events by watching barriers, as well as provides event information to guests.
5. Responds to reports of missing guests and reunites guests with appropriate parties.
6. Provides general information to guests and answers guests' questions.
7. Monitors entry and exit points to ensure guests do not leave the Zoo with alcohol or enter the Zoo without paid admission.
8. Lift and install standard propane tanks, crowd barricades, traffic control equipment, and other equipment.
This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments.)
Requirements
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Customer service experience and training preferred.
3. Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with guests and staff.
4. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
5. Availability to workdays and/or evenings any day during the week as well as the evenings of Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.
6. Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
7. Ability to lift 40 lbs., stand up to 5 hours at a time, and be capable of walking at least 2.5 miles (ZooLights footprint) a shift.
8. Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

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