Job Description

Posting number: FY26-01428

Department: ACTIVE LIVING & PARKS ADMIN

Job classification: PARK RANGER (PT)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Environmental Services, Parks and Beaches, Public Safety, Parks and Recreation, Parks, Custodial, Grounds & Landscaping, Health Education, Hospitality and Tourism

Summary

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Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The Part-Time Park Ranger position is a year-round role, working between 20–25 hours per week. This position requires availability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, evenings, and weekends, based on operational needs. Work hours may vary.

Hiring range for this position is $17.20 - $20.56 per hour. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 11.

You must be at least 18 years of age or older to be employed as a Park Ranger with Cabarrus County Active Living and Parks.

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs responsible skilled work involving a variety of assignments at the County and school parks. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Park Program Manager. Daily guidance and direction is provided by Senior Park Rangers. Direction is provided to Recreation Facility Operators and Community Service Workers.

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

Patrolling the park to ensure patrons' safety and enjoyment; ensuring the park equipment is maintained, the park is clean, and reservations are adhered to; inspecting parks and school parks; secures monies used in transactions and collected; preparing and maintaining files and records.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Opens and closes park.
• Collects and accounts for fees.
• Patrols park to ensure patron use, safety, and enjoyment.
• Enforces park rules and regulations; patrols park areas.
• Cleans facilities, grounds, and restrooms.
• Picks up trash, empties garbage, and maintains park equipment.
• Supervises concession, pool, and facility operations.
• Directs traffic and assists with special events.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on park activities.
• Secures park buildings at closing.
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of park interpretive programs.
• Responds to inquiries and assists park visitors.
• Submits work orders for park and school park repairs
• Assists in set-up or repair of facilities.
• Maintains a clean and safe work location.
• Takes reservations and reviews on-line reservation system regularly.
• Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Some knowledge of the state laws and local ordinances governing park and recreational areas. Ability to enforce rules and regulations in a firm and courteous manner; follow oral and written directions; prepare detailed reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, and the general public.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

Previous field of parks and recreation industry related experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires graduation from high school and some experience in recreation, parks, or other public contact work. Must be at least 18 years of age or older. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Position is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy. Possession of current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires standing, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Supplemental information

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 – 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.