Position Type: Service/Maintenance/Park Services I
Date Posted: 6/4/2025
Location: Parks Dept
Date Available: 06/04/2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
PART-TIME PARK RANGER
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Parks & Recreation
HIRING RATE: $17.50 per hour
BENEFITS: No Benefits Offered
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK:8 to 28 hours a week depending on Park and scheduling needs; will work afternoons through closing though other times may be available; shifts will primarily be Friday- Monday but may be scheduled any day of the week including holidays LOCATION OF POSITION: Regularly reports to OxBow County Park. May report directly to other locations based on Department needs
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:Between parks (please complete driving page on application)
JOB SUMMARY: Responsibilities include security and customer service for the County Park system. Closes parks and facilities at the end of opening hours. Engage with park guests for public assistance, information, and to gain voluntary compliance with park ordinance.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED; Interest in field of outdoor recreation
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work independently and make decisions based on policy and prior information, knowledge, or instruction
Ability to complete reports, logs, and documentation in a detailed manner; Familiarity with computers and smartphones useful
Able to work in all types of weather, walk rough terrain, lift up to 80lbs., handle heights and work in and around water
Ability to work and communicate professionally and clearly with the public and as a team with other staff
Pre-employment background check and drug screen
Elkhart County Human Resources 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526 Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750