Urban Park Rangers connect New Yorkers to the natural world through environmental education, interpretation and outdoor recreation. They patrol parks and natural areas to enforce Parks rules and regulations and respond to reports of sick and injured animals.

Summary

Major Responsibilities • Under supervision, lead educational and recreation-based programs for school children, summer camps and adults in natural areas throughout the city. • Lead projects that support wildlife, preserve the urban natural world and promote stewardship of parks and natural resources. • Lead current programming which includes canoeing, hiking, seining, fishing, biking, historical tours as well as educational programming. • Staff nature centers, greet visitors and disseminate information regarding Parks Rules & Regulations, health & safety hazards and park events to the public. • Patrol parks and natural areas, provide a uniform presence and enforce Parks Rules & Regulations. • Provide first aid and emergency response to park patrons. • Issue summonses for the violation of Parks Rules & Regulations; may detain or arrest violators of city and state laws. • May be assigned to work in any borough.

**Must have valid New York State drivers license. Please read job description thoroughly for additional requirements.

To Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 642739.

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Compensation Information

$26.50/hour – 40 hours per week