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Park Rangers ID-17501

June 6, 2025

Salary: $36.59 - $46.39 Hourly
Location : Seattle - Regional area, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2024-23351
Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division: Parks
Opening Date: 02/14/2025
Closing Date: 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary
Protect, Educate, and Inspire in the Great Outdoors!

King County Parks Division is launching a new Park Ranger Program, and we're looking for

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Make a Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in keeping King County parks safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for all visitors. Your work directly contributes to environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Outdoor Adventure - Spend your days in the beautiful parks, trails, and open spaces of King County, whether patrolling on foot, by vehicle, or by mountain bike in all seasons.
Engage with the Community - Build relationships with park visitors, educate them on park rules, and promote a positive and inclusive park experience.
Lead by Example - Serve as a trusted presence in the parks, guiding visitors, resolving conflicts, and working alongside emergency responders when necessary.
Dynamic Work Environment - No two days are the same! You'll work in diverse settings, from urban parks to backcountry trails, handling a variety of responsibilities that keep the job engaging and rewarding.
Growth & Development - Gain valuable experience in public service, emergency response, and outdoor operations while working with a dedicated team that values collaboration and professional development.

About the Team:

King County Parks' mission is to steward, enhance and acquire parks to inspire healthy communities, and with 205 parks, 28,000 acres of open space, 215 miles of backcountry trail, and 175 miles of regional trails, King County Parks offers close-to-home recreational experiences for everyone.

The new Park Ranger Program will be part of the Parks Operations team which is a vibrant and expanding section within the Parks division. Our various lines of business offer support positions that provide a wide range of experiences, offering valuable growth opportunities for individuals at all levels of experience.

If you thrive on engaging with people, educating the community, and fostering camaraderie in shared spaces, the Park Ranger Program position offers an ideal platform.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Park Ranger, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Parks Divisionof King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:

Conduct patrols and participate in community engagement opportunities with the intent of promoting a welcoming, safe, and inclusive use of parks.
Engage with park users to establish yourself as a non-law enforcement point of contact and to build camaraderie around a shared community space.
Educate park users on park rules with the goal of gaining voluntary compliance.
Provide interpretive information to visitors of King County Parks.
Coordinate with first responders and law enforcement during emergencies or investigation activities to ensure park safety and security.
Support district staff and regional trail crews with rule violations.
Document and communicate issues, escalating them as necessary.
Handle sensitive private information and communicate appropriately to a wide range of audiences.
Use discretion in communication around potentially politically charged topics, maintain composure, and represent King County Interests.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:

Community Engagement: Minimum two years of experience in community engagement and outreach, ideally within customer service or parks and recreation.
Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to remain professional in high-pressure situations. Strong ability to work collaboratively with teams and agencies, particularly in urgent or emergency circumstances.
Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities, finding common ground in tense situations, and de-escalating conflicts when necessary.
Documentation: Strong skills in documenting incidents, writing reports, and communicating issues to relevant authorities.
Technology Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Suite and other software for daily reporting, work planning, and goal setting.

Competencies You Bring:

ACTION ORIENTED - takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
COMUNICATES EFFECTIVELY by developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
CUSTOMER FOCUSED - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
COLLABORATES Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
MANAGES CONFLICT Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
SITUATIONAL ADAPATBILITY Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Required Licenses:

Valid Washington state drivers license
CPR/AED and wilderness first aid training must be completed within the first 6months of employment and will be county-paid.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

Public Speaking: Experience addressing large groups in public or private settings.
Multilingual Abilities: Fluency in languages such as Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Chinese, Russian, or Korean.
De-escalation Training: Experience with conflict resolution techniques, such as verbal de-escalation or crisis intervention training.
Emergency Management: Experience activating emergency management plans.
Animal Control: Experience handling domestic animal and wildlife-related issues.
Public Sector Experience: Familiarity with public service work environments.
Parks Experience: Knowledge of parks and outdoor recreation, particularly within King County.
GIS Applications: Experience using GIS web applications such as Survey123 and Field Maps.
Bicycle Maintenance: Professional experience maintaining and repairing mountain bikes.

Supplemental Information

Onsite Work Details: This role requires daily onsite reporting. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites and parks including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104).This is a mission critical position and should be prepared to report to work in all weather conditions and even during declared states of emergency.

Work Location: Temporary onsite reporting location is Marymoor Park until the Central Maintenance Facility in Renton is constructed. Once construction is complete (sometime in 2025) the primary reporting location will be 3005 NE 4th Ave, Renton.
Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. Must have ability to work at least one weekend day as part of a regular schedule each week and willingness to work early swing shifts. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. This role may require flexibility in work hours, including the ability to adjust schedules or work overtime to accommodate special events, operational needs, or emergency responses
Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union.
Physical Requirement:
Physical Endurance: Ability to work in all types of weather, walking, hiking, and biking on various uneven terrains for multiple hours per day.
Biking Proficiency: Ability to ride a 2-wheel non-electric mountain bike without accommodations over uneven terrain throughout a full shift in various weather conditions.
Driving Skills: Ability to safely drive a vehicle and potentially tow and place mobile message boards, speed limit devices, or other security devices to aid in crime prevention.

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?