NON-CIVIL SERVICE
Park Ranger (Recreation Arts Instructor)
(Seasonal approximately 32 hrs/weekly)
Salary: $13.00 Hourly
OPENING DATE: 01/22/2018
CLOSING DATE: 03/30/2018
Position Overview
Park Rangers will serve as uniformed ambassadors representing the Parks Department protecting the cultural and natural resources of the Baltimore City Parks system. The work of the Rangers includes educating the public about and enforcing the park rules and regulations, providing orientation to individual parks, providing basic visitor services and assistance, and educating the public about the parks system’s historical and ecological value.
Description of Duties
- Patrolling assigned parks and other facilities, on foot, bicycle, and occasionally by motorized vehicle;
- Educating the public about and enforcing park rules, city regulations, and codes as they relate to park usage, including compliance with park use permits;
- Greeting visitors and providing them with basic visitor services for, orientation to, and general information about Baltimore’s parks and other City attractions;
- Reporting park maintenance issues or hazardous conditions to park maintenance staff;
- Providing general assistance to the public (directions, lost children, lost or loose animals, etc.);
- Providing emergency assistance as necessary — First Aid/ CPR, conflict resolution — contacting emergency personnel (Police/Fire/EMS) when needed;
- Assisting park staff with special events and festivals;
- Performing other duties under general supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and action;
- Providing daily reports of park activities, usage, and incidents to supervisors.
Position Requirements/Education and Experience
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends;
- Must be in sufficient physical condition to perform Ranger Duties;
- Must be experienced with mountain bike use and be comfortable walking and biking in Baltimore City Parks (20+ miles a day is average);
- Must possess the ability to lift, or cause to be lifted, objects weighing 75 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds frequently;
- Must possess the ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner, use independent judgment in certain situations, lead others in work related activities, think and act quickly in an emergency.
- Must be willing to work during normal seasonal weather conditions.
- Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and physical examination
- Must be at least 21 years of age and have reliable transportation – a valid noncommercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license is preferred, but not required;
- Must be willing and able to wear and maintain a uniform in a professional manner;
- Must have above average oral and written communication skills, and be comfortable providing customer service and interacting with people;
- Should have some experience and desire working in an outdoor environment, and be comfortable working with and around plants and animals;
- High School Diploma (or equivalent); some college preferred, but will consider experience, special skills, or abilities that would provide enrichment to the Park Ranger Program.
Compensation: $13.00 an hour
Qualified individuals that are interested in applying can obtain and submit a completed and signed application to the address listed below, no later than March 30, 2018. Applications can also be emailed to: parkranger@baltimorecity.gov. Only applicants with a completed application will be contacted to continue the next steps of recruitment. For additional information contact Park Ranger Supervisor at 443-677-9694.
Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks
Attention: Human Resources Office/Ranger Division
3001 East Drive
Baltimore, MD 21217
410-396-7900
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROMOTES DIVERSITY IN THE WORKFORCE
Catherine Pugh, Mayor
Mary H. Talley, HR Director
Reginald Moore Director of Recreation & Parks
