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Starter/Ranger

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Morning Starter, Morning Ranger and Afternoon Ranger. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Keep order, ensure prompt tee off, and maintain the flow of golfers as they prepare to play the course * Pick up ...

Ranger

Lakehills, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Welches, OR · On-site

$19 - $23.25/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Clinton, IN · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Manheim, PA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

PARK RANGER - 37020401 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 37020401 Salary: $2,896.67 month/$34,760.00 annual Posting Closing Date: 07/24/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Park Ranger ...

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Hohenwald, TN · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Plymouth, WI · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Starter/Ranger II

Duluth, MN · On-site

$13.50 - $14.50/hr

Starter/Ranger II Enger Park is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Starter/Ranger II. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused in ...

Ranger

Newport, NC · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Brunswick, ME · On-site

$18.25 - $22.75/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Starter/Ranger

Huntington Woods, MI · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Key Responsibilities of the Starter/Ranger: * Starts players on the first tee, explaining the rules of play for the day. * Maintains an accurate starting sheet so the whereabouts of players are known.

Ranger

Leavenworth, WA · On-site

$16.28/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Myrtle Beach, SC · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Hampton, NH · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

Ranger

Point, TX · On-site

$22.25 - $27.50/hr

The Campground Ranger position may include walking or patrol of the grounds of the campground answering questions, enforcing rules and ensuring the safety of our guests and their belongings. The ...

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How much do ranger jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for ranger in the United States is $22.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do Rangers typically collaborate with other departments or agencies during their daily work?

Rangers often work closely with a variety of partners, including law enforcement agencies, wildlife biologists, maintenance crews, and educational staff. Collaboration is essential for tasks such as search and rescue operations, enforcing park regulations, conducting wildlife surveys, and leading educational programs. Effective communication and teamwork help ensure visitor safety, resource protection, and smooth park operations. Regular meetings, joint patrols, and shared training sessions are common ways Rangers stay coordinated with other teams.

What is the difference between Ranger vs Conservation Officer?

AspectRangerConservation Officer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in wildlife managementSimilar; often requires environmental or wildlife management certifications
Work EnvironmentNational parks, forests, wildlife reservesGovernment agencies, environmental organizations, parks
Employer & IndustryPublic land agencies, parks servicesGovernment agencies, conservation departments
Job FocusPatrolling, enforcing regulations, maintaining parksMonitoring wildlife, enforcing conservation laws, public education

While both Rangers and Conservation Officers work in outdoor environments and focus on protecting natural resources, Rangers primarily patrol parks and enforce regulations, whereas Conservation Officers often focus on wildlife monitoring and law enforcement related to conservation laws. The roles are complementary but differ in specific responsibilities and focus areas.

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

To thrive as a Ranger, you need expertise in environmental management, law enforcement, and outdoor survival, often supported by a degree in natural resources or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, radio communication systems, and certifications in first aid or wildfire management are typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for conservation set outstanding Rangers apart. These competencies are crucial for protecting natural resources, ensuring public safety, and effectively educating and engaging with the community.

What are rangers?

Rangers are professionals who work to protect and manage natural environments such as national parks, forests, and reserves. Their duties often include enforcing park regulations, providing information to visitors, conducting search and rescue operations, and helping with conservation efforts. Rangers play a crucial role in preserving wildlife habitats and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of the public. They may also lead educational programs and monitor environmental conditions within their assigned areas.

What Does a Ranger Do?

A ranger, also known as a park ranger, is a government employee who works to protect and monitor federal and state lands. As a ranger, your job is to patrol trails and campgrounds in woodlands, forests, and other protected land areas and make sure that visitors are following rules and treating the land and wildlife with respect. You take part in park operations, working at park entrances, ranger stations, and visitor centers to educate visitors about the ecosystem and wildlife as well as park regulations. You also help with search-and-rescue missions when hikers and campers get lost.

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Infographic showing various Ranger job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,872 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
Supervisory Park Ranger (P)

Supervisory Park Ranger (P)

Department of the Interior

Page, AZ • On-site

$17 - $21/hr

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U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

321st of 693 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Deputy Chief Ranger

This position serves as the Deputy Chief Ranger for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument. This position reports directly to and is supervised by the Chief Ranger of Glen Canyon NRA. As the Deputy Chief Ranger-South the incumbent assists in managing one of the largest, complex and diverse Visitor and Resource Protection programs in the National Park Service (NPS). With 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon NRA includes the second largest manmade lake in the United States. The park contains 1,960 miles of shoreline, 98 canyons, 6 major developed areas with concession operations, 217 NPS buildings, 6 auto campgrounds (552 spaces), 4 lakeside primitive campground with 700+ sites, 1,828 boat slips/buoys, 407 rental houseboats, and 2,260 boats in dry storage. The park has 6 entrance stations and collects over $2.3 million from over 4.2 million visitors. Glen Canyon has the highest overnight stay of any park in the system. Glen Canyon is located in two states (UT and AZ) with 5 counties. Glen Canyon is an area of proprietary jurisdiction with management and operational issues impacting many outside local, state, tribal and county governments.

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:

  • Serves as the Southern districts principal advisor to the Chief Ranger and/or Superintendent on all aspects of Ranger Activities and Resource Protection.
  • Responsible for leading all law enforcement and emergency operations in the Southern Districts of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, including incident management, search and rescue, resource and fire protection, public safety, and the development and enforcement of park regulations.
  • Ensures that all supervisory and personnel management responsibilities are carried out in the southern districts, including the recruitment, selection, training, counseling, and evaluation of permanent and seasonal employees.
  • Directly prepares recommendations for planning, programming, and distribution of the Division budget of $3.7 million.
  • Drafts policy statements and long range objectives for visitor and resource protection and general management of the park.

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