Park Ranger

Park Ranger Salary $37.97 - $48.13 Hourly Location Parks Renton Shop - 3005 NE 4th St, Renton, WA Job Type Career Service (Exec) Job Number 2026-27218 Department DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks Division Parks FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines Full- or Part-Time Full Time Hours/Week 40 hours/week In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Career Service Park Ranger vacancies within the Parks Division over the next six months. Protect, Educate, and Inspire in the Great Outdoors! About the Role King County Parks is looking for dedicated and community‑minded Park Rangers to serve as environmental stewards and goodwill ambassadors in our parks, trails, and open spaces. As a Park Ranger, you will play a mission‑critical role in ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all visitors by providing on‑site customer service, safety assistance, and public education. Responsibilities Maintain a positive and welcoming presence to park users whether on foot or bicycle and assist those through education on park rules, policies, codes, laws and provide other resources as needed and/or applicable to help support voluntary compliance of Park Rules (KCC Title 7). Promote safe use of our parks and an inclusive environment for all. Partner closely with the Ranger Supervisor and/or other Parks employees to support internal and external stakeholders and to support associated events, planned activities, and emerging issues while using various forms of communication, including radios, cell phones, or computers. Safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle and bicycle and navigate various terrains on a daily basis. Effectively document interaction on a daily basis with the public using various computer databases or systems and keeping team, supervisor, and stakeholders updated as needed. Qualifications Park Ranger Experience: Previous Park Ranger experience or at least two (2) years of outdoor education experience or leading volunteer events in parks or environmental settings. Customer Service/Public Experience: Demonstrated experience in a customer service or public‑facing role involving answering questions, providing guidance or information, and interacting effectively with the public. Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated experience resolving conflicts or addressing concerns with members of the public in a professional, calm, and effective manner; ability to find common ground during tense situations and de‑escalate situations when possible. Technology Proficiency: Proficient in working with Microsoft Suite and other software or databases as necessary to write daily reports, develop work programs, and goal setting, emails, training among other needs. Documentation: Strong skills in documenting incidents, writing reports, and communicating issues to relevant authorities. Communication and Collaboration: Exceptional ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse community, including during stressful public encounters. Strong ability to work collaboratively with various teams and agencies, specifically under urgent or emergency circumstances. Physical Requirements Ability to work in all types of weather, walking, hiking, and biking on various uneven terrains for multiple hours per day. Ability to ride a 2‑wheel, non‑electric mountain bike without accommodations over uneven terrain through a full shift in various weather conditions. Ability to safely drive a vehicle and potentially tow and place mobile message boards, speed limit devices, or other devices to help with safety in parks or informing the public. Competencies Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions. Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Required Licenses and Certifications WA State Driver’s License. CPR/AED and wilderness first aid training must be completed within the first 6 months of employment and will be county‑paid. Preferred Qualifications Fluency in multiple languages or experience in using translation tools. Training in de‑escalation techniques. Experience working in a public service setting. Working Conditions Work Location: Central Maintenance Facility, 3005 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056. Work Schedule: This full‑time position works a 40‑hour work week. From October – April, this position will work a shift of Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM. From May – September, this position will work a shift of Wednesday – Saturday from 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM. There may be some flexibility and occasional changes based on business needs, but shifts will generally remain within the swing shift period. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr