Park Ranger

Position Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for providing information and other customer services to visitors of County parks, developing and presenting interpretive and educational programming, coordinating and participating in resource management projects, and promoting recreation and safe utilization of the parks in accordance with applicable provisions of the Allegheny County Code of Ordinances. This position will take on supervisory duties in the absence of the Senior Park Ranger.

Overview : Duties :

• Provides information and answers questions from visitors about park resources, facilities, environmental features and history of County parks; provides maps and directions.
• Explains Park rules and regulations to the public and gains compliance through education.
• Monitors parks and natural areas to ensure that natural and man-made hazards are identified and corrected.
• Performs regular checks of grounds, buildings, and park facilities for vandalism, damage, safety hazards and cleanliness, and reports problems and areas of concern to appropriate parties.
• Reports complaints and / or incidents involving the public to appropriate public safety personnel.
• Develops and presents a variety of informational presentations for schools, civic groups and others as requested, as well as interpretive, theme-based formal and informal programs including orientation talks, guided hikes, conducted activities, cultural demonstrations, and education and outreach programs; learn about park resources by reviewing published maps, research materials and other documents.
• Assists in providing Seasonal Park Rangers with guidance for interpretive and educational program development; assists Senior Park Ranger with field supervision of Seasonal Park Rangers.
• Lead groups of volunteers on a variety of projects including but not limited to : Trail Work, Plantings, and Park Clean-ups.
• Compiles park use statistics as required; maintains required records and prepares reports as necessary.
• Coordinates and participates in various resource management projects.
• Assists with large scale special events by providing logistical support and programmatic assistance.
• Assists Senior Park Ranger with training development for Seasonal Park Rangers, with management of volunteers / park stewards, trail system management, and with reporting, scheduling, and other office duties.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

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Residency : Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference : Will be awarded to eligible candidates.