Senior Park Ranger Aide

Function Join Our Team as a Senior Park Ranger Aide! Help preserve, protect, and share the beauty of Hampton's parks. The Senior Park Ranger Aid plays an important role in maintaining our parks, providing instruction and interpretation, and delivering educational programs that enhance the community's connection to nature. This position supports the City of Hampton's mission to provide safe, engaging, and sustainable outdoor spaces for all to enjoy. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits. This is a part-time position where the selected candidate will perform the maintenance, instruction, interpretation, and education required to support the parks throughout the City of Hampton. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or successful completion of a GED. Requires one year of experience in park operations and maintenance or some experience as a technician, equipment operator, or in a skilled labor position. Law enforcement experience is preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy. Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion. Additional Requirements Requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Requires effective communication with internal and external customers. The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.