Park Ranger (Full-Time)

Salary: $22.20 - $28.20 Hourly
Location : 6600 University Dr., Parkland, FL
Job Type: Full Time Employee
Job Number: 00838
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Purpose
There are lots of reasons to join the City of Parkland's dynamic team of public servants! Besides competitive pay, we offer great benefits, learning opportunities, professional development, and a team that truly cares about each other. That's why we were named one of Sun-Sentinel's 2022 Top Workplaces based on what our own employees had to say about their experience working for the City of Parkland! Check out the benefits tab of this ad to learn more about our great benefits!

What you'll learn:

As a Park Ranger, you'll have the opportunity to work outside with diverse groups in our beautiful Parks. The Park Ranger is an excellent position to begin your career in Parks & Recreation, providing opportunity for growth and development. You'll participate in important training including FEMA and CPR/First Aid Training all while learning:

• Communication and customer service skills
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques
• Problem solving
• Collaboration
• Park operations
• Park safety
• Playground safety
• Emergency management training
• Networking
• Community relations
• Ordinances and policies
• Recreational software

What you'll do:

This position is responsible for safeguarding the park areas, facilities and persons using the parks. Provides security services in City parks to residents and visitors alike; maintains an environment where people feel safe and secure. Provides information about park rules and regulations, including explanations and enforcement of regulatory codes and ordinances relating primarily to park usage. Reports to Senior Park Ranger and Parks and Recreation Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Enforces all park rules and regulations in a tactful manner.
• Provides information such as available facilities and activities, park usage rules.
• Makes scheduled rounds of City parks to provide surveillance of all patron activity.
• Attends to emergency situations and performs minor first aid.
• Follows proper emergency procedures in the event of a serious incident.
• Performs light maintenance duties.
• Clears paved areas of debris, branches and other obstructions.
• Works with civic organizations and sports leagues to coordinate schedules for fields and courts usage.
• Checks facilities to ensure lights have been turned off and buildings secured.
• Operates vehicles, two-way radios and other equipment.
• Notifies the proper authorities when necessary of violations.
• Assists authorities to extent permitted.
• Issues courtesy warnings in the effort to prevent crime and accidents.
• Maintains detail oriented reports and completes incident reports when necessary.
• Works closely with the Broward Sheriff's Office personnel.
• Demonstrates impeccable customer service.
• Ensures all pavilions have correct and accurate permits.
• Inspects parks for potential safety concerns and reports all concerns to Parks and Recreation Manager and Senior Park Ranger; secures area as necessary.
• Responsible for hanging/removing approved banners in accordance with the banner schedule at City's designated locations.
• Assists with all special events.
• Works with the public, including seniors and/or children and users of athletic programs, and investigates complaints.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of related work experience.
• Certified in CPR, First Aid and AED or the ability to obtain certifications within six (6) months of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Security and / or military or law enforcement background with experience in parks is preferable.
• Must possess FEMA 100, 200, and 700 certifications, or the ability to obtain within the first six (6) months of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of department practices and policies.
• Knowledge of first aid principles and methods and skills in their application.
• Knowledge of park buildings and grounds, and rules and regulations.
• Skill in the use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in using computers for data entry.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with trespassers and violators of City ordinance, safety and park rules.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and employees.
• Ability to deal tactfully but firmly to maintain order within the parks.
• Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations and react quickly and calmly with an effective course of action.
• Ability to work outside under varying climatic conditions.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to answer requests for information concerning the park in an intelligent and comprehensive manner.
• Ability to operate a two-way police radio and motor vehicle.
• Ability to walk several hours during assigned shift.
• Ability to maintain simple records and reports.
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work environment is typically performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity and responsiveness to changes that include goals, priorities, and needs of the organization and position.
• The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, with exposures to radiant energy.
• May be exposed to toxic fumes or work near moving mechanical equipment.
• Must be able to work independently and close/lock gates, parks, and facilities.

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION : This position is deemed a safety sensitive position in accordance with Florida State Statute Chapter 112.0455 Drug Free Workplace Act and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.
There are lots of reasons to join the City of Parkland's dynamic team of public servants! Besides competitive pay, we offer great benefits, learning opportunities, professional development, and a team that truly cares about each other. That's why we were named one of Sun-Sentinel's 2022 Top Workplaces based on what our own employees had to say about their experience working for the City of Parkland!
Health Insurance
The City of Parkland recognizes that every employee is unique and strives to provide a benefits package that puts the employee in control. As such, you have the option of selecting from two comprehensive health plans: a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and a Point of Service (POS). The City provides employees with the HMO Single Coverage plan at no cost to the employee. Employees can elect to add dependents to the HMO plan or choose the POS plan at a reduced premium. Choose the plan that best fits your and your family's needs. Coverage is effective the first of the month following your start date.


Dental and Vision Insurance
Employees may also elect dental and vision coverage. The City provides two options for dental coverage which includes the Cigna Dental Care DHMO plan at no cost to the employee for single or family coverage, or the Cigna Dental Care PPO plan at a reduced premium. Vision insurance is offered through EyeMed at a reduced premium for employees and their dependents.


Retirement
The City offers retirement options through Mission Square Retirement which includes:

• A 11% contribution to your 401(a). The vesting period is 5 years.
• The option to defer compensation on a pre-tax basis to a 457 account. The City will match a 4% contribution!

Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability Insurance
The City provides Basic Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance through Cigna at no cost to the employee. Basic Life Insurance is provided at 1x the employee's annual earnings up to $50,000. Employees may elect additional coverage for themselves, spouses, or children at a reduced premium. The City also provides Long-term Disability Insurance to employees at no cost to the employee.


Flexible Spending Accounts
The City offers two flexible spending accounts, Health Care Reimbursement Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, which gives employees the option to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified medical expenses and eligible dependent care (day care) expenses.


Leave
The City offers paid time off to employees to include vacation, sick, personal, and holiday. Eligible employees receive:

• 11 paid holidays plus 2 personal days
• 9 to 20 vacation days depending on tenure of employment
• 8 hours of sick leave accrued per month

Professional Development
The City offers a tuition and certification reimbursement program so you can continue to develop your career as a public sector professional.
Additionally, our Public Works employees are eligible to participate in a laddering program that allows you to advance through levels with corresponding pay increases through years of service and obtaining job specific certifications.

Other Benefits
The City also offers several other benefits for employees to include:

• Employee Assistance Program (no charge to employees)
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Supplemental Coverage through Colonial Life
• Pet Insurance
• Library card for the City of Parkland's Library

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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two (2) years of related work experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record?

• Yes
• No

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Do you experience in Security and/or Military or law enforcement? Preferable experience in parks.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess FEMA 100, 200, and 700 certifications, or have the ability to obtain them within the first six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question