Park Ranger
Spokane
Monday, 27 April 2026
CLASS SUMMARY
Performs general duty security and parking lot operations work in City Parks.
EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS
Patrols City parks on foot, bicycle or in a motorized vehicle to prevent damage to park property and danger to park users. Enforces appropriate codes and ordinances. Provides first aid response for injuries and accidents within the park; requests professional response as needed. Investigates suspicious activities within the park; prevents infractions of park rules and calls for police assistance if circumstances warrant. Issues civil infractions for park code violations and participates in the enforcement of the Parks and Recreation Division parking rules. Makes arrests under applicable special commission authority. May assist in the repair and restocking of parking kiosks and other applicable parking equipment. Assists in handling parking disputes. Writes and reviews security-related documents, such as reports of daily activities, irregularities, and incidents. Collects fees from parking kiosks and summarizes daily receipts. Responds to park alarms and call outs. Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Open Entry Requirements(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)Education: High school diploma or its equivalent. Experience: One year of experience performing security patrol work. License: Possession of a valid driver's license. NOTE: Must obtain a limited law enforcement commission within six months of date of employment. Applicants must obtain a basic first aid and CPR card before they can be hired; however, they do not have to possess the basic first aid and CPR card to be eligible to take the examination. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION - All applicants are subject to a thorough background investigation, including criminal history. A criminal history that affects a person's ability to be certified for special police officer commission constitutes a bar to employment as a Park Ranger. Lift Requirement:Job offer is contingent on passing a lift test. Ability to lift 100 lbs.