Park Ranger

City of Reynoldsburg•Reynoldsburg, OH

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Grounds Superintendent, the Park Ranger will support the safe, clean and inviting operations of the parks within the City of Reynoldsburg. This position works Wednesday - Sunday from 1:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and receives a $1.00 shift differential.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age.
Possession of a High School diploma or GED.
Education or experience in customer service, environmental science/natural resources, ranger services.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable by the City of Reynoldsburg.
Ability to pass an extensive background check.
Knowledge of customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
General understanding of natural resources.
Possess trust, integrity, high ethical standards.
Knowledge of Chapter 971-Municipal Parks.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Possesses basic computer skills in word processing.
Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and initiate proper protocols.
Ability to deal with problems involving few variables within a familiar context.
Ability to carry out instructions.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to operate various telecommunications equipment (cell phones, radios, etc.).
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to prevent, reduce and resolve conflict.

Responsibilities

Provides support in maintaining safe, clean, and inviting parks for visitors consistent with established operational standards.
Performs a variety of duties, including public/visitor contact and basic assistance.
Enforces Chapter 971, Municipal Parks rules and regulations.
Welcomes visitors, provides information and assistance to park visitors, assesses visitors’ needs, and provides basic direction, options or solutions if a situation presents.
Makes rounds regularly throughout work shifts to maintain high visibility with visitors; rounds may be made in a vehicle, on a bike, or on foot.
Looks for signs of vandalism, misuse (use of tobacco products, alcohol, etc.), litter, maintenance problems, and safety hazards and reports any finding to Grounds Superintendent.
Verifies permits for reserved areas (soccer fields, shelters, cricket pitch, etc.).
Provides information regarding park rental requirements and park amenities.
Issues verbal warnings and contacts Reynoldsburg Police Department if situation warrants.
Closes parks, locks parks and restrooms, and performs final security checks before leaving.
Assists with special events, including set-up/breakdown, parking logistics/traffic control and nature-based programming.
Performs light maintenance duties including the cleaning of restrooms, nature centers, shelters.
Performs snow removal, removes debris and litter, and empties trash cans.
Completes special projects and other duties as requested or assigned.
Prepares required reports.
Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties.
Participates in staff development activities and services review procedures.
Attends assigned staff meetings.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.