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County of Oconee

Park Ranger I

Westminster, SC · On-site

$19.14/hr

Additionally, they manage public relations, assist park guests, resolve conflicts, control traffic ... Ranger III and Park Superintendent in the enforcement of park rules and regulations to ensure ...

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County of Oconee

Park Ranger I

Westminster, SC

$19.14/hr

Additionally, they manage public relations, assist park guests, resolve conflicts, control traffic ... Ranger III and Park Superintendent in the enforcement of park rules and regulations to ensure ...

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MyFlorida

PARK RANGER - 37000544

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$3.3K/mo

Park Ranger - 37000544 Grayton Beach State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service ... Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more * Properly ...

Arizona State Hospital

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Tombstone, AZ · On-site

$16 - $17.50/hr

PARK RANGER ASSISTANT TOMBSTONE COURTHOUSE STATE PARK "This is a Temporary / Seasonal Position" May work up to 40 hours per week and up to 1500 hours per calendar year Job Location: Address: 223 ...

MyFlorida

PARK RANGER - 37020269 1

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · On-site

$3.3K/mo

PARK RANGER - 37020269 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 37020269 Salary: $3,333.34 ... Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more * Properly ...

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How much do park ranger assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 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.

What is a park ranger assistant?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a park ranger assistant?

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.

What are some common challenges faced by park ranger assistants during peak visitor seasons?

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.

Can I be a park ranger assistant with no experience?

Park ranger assistant positions often do not require prior experience, but having knowledge of outdoor environments, basic safety skills, and a valid driver's license can be beneficial. Many employers provide on-the-job training, and relevant certifications such as first aid or CPR may improve your chances of hiring.

Is it hard to get a job as a park ranger assistant?

Getting a job as a park ranger assistant can be competitive, often requiring relevant experience, knowledge of conservation, and sometimes certifications such as CPR or first aid. Entry-level positions may have fewer requirements, but higher-level roles typically demand prior experience and a background in environmental science or related fields.
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Infographic showing various Park Ranger Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,977 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Ranger Assistant - Seasonal

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Desert Botanical Garden
Museums and Historical Sites • 51 - 200 employees
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$18/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with guest wayfinding and parking control during special events.

  • Perform alcohol compliance checks during and after events, ensuring guests follow Garden policies.

  • Monitor designated zones, report concerns or safety issues, and staff first aid room during events.

Job description

Position Purpose
Ranger Assistants support the Desert Botanical Garden Ranger team during the Garden's busiest seasons and events. This role is ideal for individuals who are reliable, customer-service oriented, and able to work evenings and weekends. Ranger Assistants help with parking direction, event monitoring, first aid support, and alcohol compliance checks, but are not assigned high-level security or emergency responsibilities.
(This position is not authorized to carry keys or access restricted areas nor responsible for incident command or emergency response.)
Works under supervisor and direction of on-duty Lead or full-time Ranger.
Note: this is a temporary, seasonal role and does not guarantee ongoing employment after the event season concludes.
Position Information:
Job Type: Seasonal
Hours: Approximately 28 hours/week
Pay: $18.00/hr
Essential Duties
  • Assist with guest wayfinding and parking control during special events.
  • Perform alcohol compliance checks during and after events, ensuring guests follow Garden policies.
  • Monitor designated zones and report concerns or safety issues to full-time Rangers or Lead Rangers.
  • Staff first aid room during events and notify Rangers of any medical needs.
  • Support the Ranger team in escorting guests or vendors when needed.
  • Provide friendly and informative guest service without issuing formal enforcement.

Requirements
Competencies
  • Previous guest services, event support, or campus safety experience preferred.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.
  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Strong communication and observation skills.
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred (can be provided upon hire).
  • Valid Arizona driver's license.
  • Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays, during seasonal events (especially November - December and March - April).
  • Shifts vary depending on event needs. Most shifts occur between 12pm - 11pm during seasonal events, with some earlier daytime availability needed during peak weekends.

Equipment Used
Typical office equipment: this role will also use a two-way radio, motorized cart, first aid equipment, and AED.
Internal Communication
Frequent interaction with all Garden employees.
External Communication
Rangers will have frequent communication with guests and vendors.
Working Conditions
Some physical effort beyond what's typically required in a normal office environment. Time periods of high workload may require additional hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate. The Garden is an outdoor venue, and while the offices and climate controlled, patrolling the Garden and walking between sites in extreme heat and occasional cold is expected. Most shifts will be outdoors, even in inclement weather.
  • Outdoor environment, often in low light and variable weather.
  • Standing/walking for long periods.

Must be able to walk, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, see, hear, speak, read, and type. Manual dexterity and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made, when necessary and feasible, to allow a qualified individual to perform essential job functions.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Desert Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
The Garden fosters and supports workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion to honor the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions of all, to celebrate successes, and to cultivate individual and institutional excellence.
All employees will help add to the Garden's diversity and fully embrace it.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and deliverables of the role. This is not a contract and should not be viewed as such. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor and/or his/her/their designee.

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