Senior Park Aide (Beacon Rock) Permanent
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Park Ranger Supervisor
City of Seattle
Seattle Parks & Recreation Department
Location
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Salary
$41.64 - $50.67
per hour
Type
Closes
May 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Park Ranger Supervisor leads a team of rangers who keep Seattle's parks safe and welcoming, handling everything from scheduling shifts and training staff to inspecting sites and dealing with security issues.
This role involves working closely with city officials and law enforcement to ensure rules are followed and the community feels supported.
It's a great fit for someone with strong leadership skills, experience in team management, and a passion for public safety and outdoor spaces.
Key Requirements
- Experience supervising and managing staff across multiple shifts and locations
- Ability to create work schedules, monitor performance, and conduct evaluations
- Knowledge of park safety, security protocols, and compliance with city ordinances and laws
- Skills in providing training and professional development on enforcement, education, and customer service
- Proficiency in reviewing reports, issuing citations, and coordinating with law enforcement
- Familiarity with inventory management for equipment like vehicles, bikes, and uniforms
- Strong communication skills for team meetings and community engagement
Full Job Description
About Seattle Parks and Recreation
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools.
Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community.
We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors.
Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.
Equity & Inclusion
Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities.
#OneSeattle
About the Position
The Park Ranger Supervisor plays a critical leadership role, overseeing both Senior Park Rangers and Park Rangers.
Reporting to the Ranger Operations Manager 2, the Supervisor ensures the effective and efficient operation of the Park Ranger program across various shifts and locations.
Key responsibilities include creating staff work schedules, monitoring performance, conducting park safety and security inspections, and managing Park Ranger responses within SPR parks and facilities.
The Supervisor is responsible for providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to the team, ensuring compliance with park ordinances, safety protocols, and customer service standards.
This role also includes reviewing citations, trespass warnings, and coordinating with city staff and law enforcement on safety and security issues.
The Park Ranger Supervisor must possess strong leadership and supervisory experience, a deep knowledge of park security practices, and familiarity with city laws, including the Seattle Municipal Code.
The Supervisor ensures the overall success of the Park Ranger program, including maintaining operational excellence and fostering positive community relationships.
Requirements
- Supervision & Staff Management:
- Supervise and manage the work of Park Rangers and Senior Park Rangers across multiple shifts and locations.
- Develop, organize, and maintain weekly work schedules, ensuring consistent coverage across all shifts.
- Verify timesheet accuracy, process weekly, and communicate payroll issues with Payroll, Workday, and HR.
- Monitor and track Park Ranger performance, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and key performance indicators.
- Lead daily, weekly, and monthly team meetings to facilitate communication and coordination.
- Review and approve daily reports, overseeing Park Ranger tasks to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Recommend, monitor, document, and issue citations, as appropriate.
- Training & Program Development:
- Provide training, guidance, and evaluations for Park Rangers, focusing on compliance with park ordinances, laws, safety, security, and customer service.
- Develop and deliver initial training and ongoing professional development in enforcement, education, and community engagement.
- Observe fieldwork and assess training needs for continuous improvement and compliance.
- Monitor radio communications to ensure compliance with SPD/FCC policies.
- Maintain and manage inventory, tracking issues with vehicles, bikes, uniforms, and other equipment.
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Foster positive relationships with park visitors, law enforcement, city staff, and other stakeholders through exceptional customer service.
- Monitor and oversee special events, ensuring proper safety measures and providing first aid as needed.
- Coordinate with SPR Dispatchers, other city units, and contracted security companies to manage incident response.
- Respond to off-hour emergency situations, ensuring timely and appropriate actions are taken.
- Patrol & Facility Maintenance:
- Conduct regular park patrols and facility inspections to identify and resolve safety issues.
- Support park facilities and assist with facility lock-up when required.
- Collaborate with skilled trades staff to address maintenance and repair needs at park facilities.
- Facilitate work orders with Parks Department Shops to ensure operational efficiency.
- Additional Duties:
- Perform inspections of park properties and buildings, identifying potential security concerns and making recommendations for improvements.
- Oversee emergency responses and assist during off-hours as needed, ensuring quick and effective action.
- Other duties as needed.
Qualifications
In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
- Three (3) years of experience as a Park Ranger or equivalent experience including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience (or a combination of education and/or training experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
- A 2-Year Degree in Park Ranger Academy, Parks & Recreation, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Intervention or De-Escalation, and Management of Aggressive Behavior.
- Proven experience in leading trainings focused on skill development and knowledge enhancement for team members.
- Ability to motivate and guide staff, ensuring consistent performance and alignment with program goals.
- Skilled at providing constructive feedback, handling difficult conversations, ensuring accountability
- Proficiency in using radio communication systems and operating an electric bicycle for park patrols.
- Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Suite, GIS applications, and other relevant software.
- Proven experience in community relations, program development, or public engagement.
- Ability to build positive relationships with park visitors, law enforcement, city staff, and other stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in person and through digital platforms, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
- Ability to successfully pass a police-level background check.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- Work in all weather conditions including wet and/or humid.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying equipment, supplies, or materials weighing more than fifty (50) pounds.
- Standing, sitting, bending at the waist, reaching overhead above the shoulders, or kneeling for extended periods of time.
- Regularly unload and ride bicycle and/or walk as assigned area dictates.
Additional Information
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The full salary range for this position is $41.64 to $50.67 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application: [Required}
- A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
- A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences.
Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check.
The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3.
A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov
SPR’s Core Competencies are:Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work.
Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making, and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City. Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals.
Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
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