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City of Aurora

Irrigation Specialist - Parks

Aurora, CO · On-site

$23.84 - $29.80/hr

Vibrant parks rely on a dedicated specialist to keep the grass green and the flowers happy. Guarding the local landscape becomes your primary mission. Managing water flow across the parks system ...

City of Aurora

Irrigation Specialist - Parks

Central, LA · On-site

$23.84 - $29.80/hr

Vibrant parks rely on a dedicated specialist to keep the grass green and the flowers happy. Guarding the local landscape becomes your primary mission. Managing water flow across the parks system ...

City of Aspen

Facilities Specialist II (Parks)

Aspen, CO · On-site

$37 - $55.51/hr

Facilities Specialist II (two vacancies) Department: Parks and Recreation, Business Services Division Classification: Non-Exempt Hiring Range : $37.00/hour -$46.26/hour Salary Range : $37.00/hour ...

Bernalillo County

Parks Resource Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$22.81 - $36.01/hr

Parks Resource Specialist Department: Parks and Recreation Location: 415 SILVER AVE SW Pay Range: $22.81 - $36.01 Close Date: September 18, 2026 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to ...

Bernalillo County

Parks Resource Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$22.81 - $36.01/hr

Parks Resource Specialist Department: Parks and Recreation Location: 415 SILVER AVE SW Pay Range: $22.81 - $36.01 Close Date: September 18, 2026 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to ...

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What is a parks specialist?

Parks Specialists are professionals responsible for maintaining, managing, and improving public parks and recreational areas. Their duties often include landscaping, repairing facilities, ensuring visitor safety, and sometimes providing educational programs. They may work for city, county, state, or national park systems and play a key role in conserving natural areas and enhancing community spaces. Parks Specialists often collaborate with other staff, volunteers, and the public to ensure parks are welcoming and well-maintained.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parks specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parks Specialist, you need knowledge of natural resource management, park maintenance, and environmental regulations, often supported by a degree in environmental science or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, landscaping equipment, and safety protocols is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help in engaging with the public and coordinating with staff. These abilities are crucial for ensuring safe, well-maintained parks and positive community experiences.

What are some common challenges faced by parks specialists in their daily work?

Parks Specialists often encounter challenges such as balancing multiple maintenance tasks, coordinating with various departments, and addressing public concerns regarding park facilities. Weather conditions, budget constraints, and the need for quick troubleshooting of equipment or landscaping issues can also present obstacles. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial, as the role frequently involves collaborating with grounds crews, park rangers, and community members to ensure the park remains safe, clean, and enjoyable for visitors.

What is the difference between Parks Specialist vs Park Ranger?

AspectParks SpecialistPark Ranger
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in environmental or park management often preferredHigh school diploma; often requires law enforcement or emergency response certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, park offices, and outdoor sites for maintenance and planningOutdoor parks, trails, and visitor centers, with patrol and enforcement duties
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, parks departments, environmental organizationsNational, state, and local parks, federal agencies like the National Park Service

While both roles work within park environments, Parks Specialists focus on planning, maintenance, and administrative tasks, whereas Park Rangers primarily handle visitor safety, law enforcement, and educational programs. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path in park services.

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Parks Specialist I - Conservation Lands & Resources

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Pimacounty
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$21.76 - $25.56/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Description SummaryDepartment - Conservation Lands & ResourcesJob Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5787 - Parks Specialist I

Salary Grade:6

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $21.76 - $25.56 Per Hour

Pay Range: $21.76 - $29.36 Per Hour

Range Explanation:

  • Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

  • Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

Pima County's Conservation Lands & Resources (CLR) Department is seeking highly motivated and hard-working individuals to fill a position as Park Specialist I. The position will work within the Parks and Trails Division of CLR supporting Pima County's commitment to conservation to support maintenance, construction, historic preservation, and habitat restoration projects within Historic Canoa Ranch and Canoa Hills Trails Park.

This role is field-oriented, often in remote areas, with exposure to extreme summer and cold winter temperatures and requires the candidate to be in excellent physical condition. This is primarily a manual labor position requiring the ability to lift heavy loads; safely operate assigned vehicles and other powered equipment; work in extremes of heat, humidity, dust, and cold; safely wear required safety clothing and equipment; and ascend and descend ladders and stairs to reach and work upon elevated or below-grade work platforms and job sites. On assigned projects, the extended use of hand tools such as shovels, pickaxes, digging bars, and rakes is required. Invasive species work requires the candidate to mechanically remove or apply chemicals to combat invasive species and work where venomous animals may be encountered.

As a Park Specialist I, you will perform various maintenance tasks such as landscaping, trash removal, facility upkeep, and assisting with park events. Incumbents interact with park visitors, providing friendly assistance and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for outdoor spaces. In this role, you will work under the supervision of park management to preserve and protect our natural resources while contributing to the overall quality of life in our community. You may also lead, two or fewer full-time employees in daily park maintenance activities.

Essential Functions:


As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

  • Performs routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, weeding, planting, watering, and pruning to ensure the upkeep and aesthetics of park grounds;

  • Maintains and repairs park facilities, including playground equipment, picnic shelters, restrooms, and signage;

  • Collects and disposes of litter and debris from park grounds, ensuring a clean and safe environment for visitors;

  • Maintains trails, including clearing vegetation, repairing erosion, and installing signage;

  • Provides friendly and helpful customer service to park visitors, answering questions, providing information, and addressing concerns;

  • Assists with setup and breakdown of park events, including festivals, concerts, and recreational programs;

  • Conducts routine safety inspections of park facilities and equipment, reporting any hazards or maintenance needs to supervisors;

  • Assists in the preservation and protection of natural resources within the park, including native plantings, wildlife habitats, and water bodies;

  • May lead and oversee the daily park maintenance activities of two or fewer Park Technician I or II or Park Helper employees, which includes: assigning work tasks and ensuring maintenance activities are completed as delegated.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an industry-recognized apprenticeship program in a Parks & Recreation specialization as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

(Relevant five years of journey-level experience in the trade, craft or operational area of required expertise may substitute for recognized apprenticeship program).

OR:

One (1) year experience with Pima County as a Parks Technician II or closely-related classification as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

  • Minimum one (1) year experience performing herbicide application in a commercial setting.

  • Minimum one (1) year experience in a customer service setting responding to customer inquiries.

  • Minimum six (6) months experience with the loading, securing, transport, and field use of equipment, UTVs/ATVs, and a variety of trailers.

  • Minimum six (6) months experience working on habitat restoration.

  • Minimum six (6) months experience working in historic preservation or on adobe structures.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources.Additionalassessments/testing may berequiredas part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates:Valid driver license isrequiredat time of application.ValidAZdriver license isrequiredat time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review todetermineapplicant's suitability tooperatecounty vehiclesin accordance withPima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain andmaintainthe required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona CDL driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The Countyrequirespre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.This position will require apost-job offer physicaland/or drug screen.

Physical/Sensory Requirements:Physical and sensory abilities will bedeterminedby position.Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Action Activity - bending, kneeling, reaching, squatting and stooping; Motion Activity - simple and firm grasping and fine movement; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, on a radio, behind themselves and equipment alarms; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone, and on a radio; Vision - operate a motor vehicle, may be required to acquire a CDL; operate machinery, operate a forklift/power industrial equipment, have depth perception and have peripheral vision.

Working Conditions:Working conditions will bedeterminedby the position.

EEO Information:Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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