Park Ranger - Seasonal

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty. A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We have been recognized by Gallagher as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being for three years in a row (2023-2025). We have also received the “Impact Award” from M.E.R.S. for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Job Summary: 

Responsible for providing customer service support work within the County Parks and the Parks Office. This position patrols the parks by vehicle and foot, enforces rules, assists with special events, locks and secures gates and facilities, collects fees, processes reservations, and performs general park custodial duties such as restroom cleaning, litter pick up and emptying trash cans. The Park Ranger will also fill in as parks office support and provide general office support services. 

Wage and Hours: $17.83 per hour, 30-35 hours per week
*This is a seasonal position, working from late April through mid October - requires weekends and summer holiday work. 

Responsibilities and Duties: 

1. Utilize various forms of communication to attendants of varied socioeconomic backgrounds about amenities, park activities, park rules, regulations, limitations and general conditions related to day-to-day operations of the parks. 
2. Respond to customer questions and complaints. 
3. Lock and secure gates and park facilities when necessary. 
4. Verify proper permits/passes are obtained by park visitors, sell season passes, and collect daily campsite, watercraft launch, and equestrian trail fees. 
5. Monitor campground payment and reservation system. 
6. Monitor pavilion reservation system. 
7. Basic custodial duties including; cleaning and stocking bathroom and toilets, cleaning campsites, emptying fire pits, emptying trashcans, and cleaning and sweeping picnic shelters. 

Education and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) 
• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• Six (6) months of experience in a customer service setting and/or cash handling. 
• Valid Michigan Driver's License. 

Allegan County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. A copy of our EEO Utilization report is available on our website:
https://www.allegancounty.org/home/showpublisheddocument/2802/637974740005930000