Park Ranger (Parks &Recreation) (Tier-2)

Hillsborough County, FL•Tampa, FL

44d

About The Position

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of safe and pristine park environments. Provides outstanding and educational experiences for the public. Performs duties monitoring parks grounds, collecting park entry and other related fees, performing grounds keeping, custodial and skilled-trades duties, and conducting environmental, nature and other interpretive programs. Maintain park's appearance, protect the environment, and provide quality programs to patrons.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable park regulations, ordinances, environmental processes and outdoor recreation.
Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to provide public programming and exceptional service.
Knowledge of one or more building trades to include carpentry, plumbing, electrical and etc.
Knowledge of safety, first aid and CPR methods and techniques.
Experience operating landscaping equipment.
Basic computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse and varying team members and visitors.
Ability to lead, evaluate, train and mentor other subordinate employees.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate reports, and documents, including fee collections.
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task.
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
At least Two (2) years of experience as Park Ranger or in any park operations, maintenance and programs;
Possession of First Aid/CPR certification; AND
Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Aides Park Management in the supervision of park personnel.
Works with park staff engaged in park patrolling, grounds keeping, custodial, interpretive and recreational programs, and building maintenance and repair.
Participates in and assists park management in defining goals and objectives; providing budget inputs; training of staff; park inspections; establishing interpretive programs; preparation of purchase requisitions/orders; and procurement of tools, chemicals, materials and other supplies.
Actively participates in the park safety program. Ensures all safety guidelines are being followed and identifies and addresses all safety concerns, completing reports as needed. May teach departmental trainings such as first-aid when needed.
Maintains and repairs park structures including buildings, boardwalks, fences, docks, restrooms, shelters, arenas, equestrian facilities, etc.
Maintains park grounds including mowing, trimming, landscaping, etc.
Provides outstanding service and creates memorable visitor experiences.
Provides first aide/medical assistance when needed.
Responds to queries in person, over the phone or through written response.
Collects fees for services in the parks and boat ramps.
Completes all fiscal paperwork required for end of day reports and deposits funds at approved bank locations.
Educates visitors on proper outdoor activity techniques and the use of park facilities and equipment.
Conducts nature and environmental-related interpretive programming and educates visitors on proper use of park facilities and equipment.
Participates in other special programming and events.
Ensures the park is ready for guest enjoyment during all open hours.
Cleans restrooms, shelters, campsites, trash receptacles, grills, etc.
Perform all landscaping tasks that are required in a park. These may include: mowing, weed eating, edging, tree trimming, etc.
Participates in ecosystem management tasks including, but not limited to, invasive species removal, prescribed burns, and erosion control.
Builds and maintains trails utilizing a variety of construction methods and materials.
Assists local law enforcement and fire agencies with emergencies to include missing persons, wildfires, etc.
Patrols and monitors all park areas.
Provides access control, traffic control, and gate security.
Ensures all safety guidelines are being followed and identifies and addresses all safety concerns. Completes reports as needed.
Provides first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to patrons during emergencies. Acts as a first responder during medical emergencies.
Participates in County-wide emergency action plans.
Ensures safe participation in special programming.
Responds promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration in the event of an emergency or disaster.
Performs related work as required.