Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront
Seasonal Park Ranger/Conservation Steward

The City of South Portland is currently seeking applicants for seasonal, part-time Park
Rangers (now through October, up to 40 hours/week). Rangers patrol recreational and natural areas to
encourage proper and appropriate use of park property, promote compliance with rules and
regulations, protect park resources and enhance visitor experience. Park Rangers will spend
approximately 70% of their time monitoring parks, collecting data, and educating about and enforcing
park rules. The other 30% of their time will be spent running educational programs and helping with
conservation projects.
Rangers must positively represent the City of South Portland. Duties include providing park visitors
with general assistance, directions and information on City parks, and information on historical,
cultural and natural features of parks; promoting safe use and enjoyment of South Portland Parks by
encouraging voluntary compliance with and/or enforcing applicable park rules and regulations,
issuing violation notice/tickets when needed, and requesting police assistance when necessary; assisting
with and running environmental education programs for park guests; assisting with conservation
projects in parks such as non-native species removal, dune restoration, and trail maintenance; providing
emergency assistance and direct emergency services when needed; collect data (park usage, waterfowl
counts, monarch counts, etc.), maintain park field logs and report on park incidents, permits, park
conditions; other duties as assigned.
Must be a team player with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with
other employees and the general public; must possess good communication skills, including to hand write
legibly and follow verbal and written instructions; must have ability to work independently in field
conditions including uneven ground in parks and beaches, and have the ability to walk/hike/bike up to 15
miles daily. A city provided bike is the primary mode of transportation for getting from park to park
throughout the day. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push pull or move up to 60 lbs.,
and must possess the physical strength and endurance necessary to perform the essential functions of
the job under exposure to varied climatic conditions. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule
including evenings, weekends and holidays. First Aid and CPR training upon hire is preferred. Must
possess and maintain a valid State of Maine Class C driver’s license. Must pass a post-offer physical
exam, Department of Motor Vehicle and criminal background checks.

The hourly wage for Seasonal Ranger positions is $18.00/hour.
Application materials will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.
To apply you may email a cover letter and resume to apply@southportland.gov.
You may also file an application using our fillable pdf at https://www.southportland.gov/Jobs.aspx.

You may also mail a resume with cover letter to:

City of South Portland
Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist
25 Cottage Road; P.O. Box 9422
South Portland, ME 04116-9422

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