Seasonal Park Ranger / Conservation Steward

The City of South Portland is hiring Seasonal Park Rangers/Conservation Stewards for temporary, part-time roles. Rangers will patrol parks, promote compliance with rules, educate visitors, and assist with conservation projects. The position requires physical endurance, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently in various conditions. The job pays $18 per hour and involves flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
Seasonal Park Ranger / Conservation Steward

City of South Portland

South Portland, Maine

Job TypeTemporary

Salary$18 per hour

DeadlineMay 31, 2026

Experience0 - 1 years

Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront

Seasonal Park Ranger/Conservation Steward

The City of South Portland is currently seeking applicants for seasonal, part-time Park

Rangers (now through October, up to 40 hours/week). Rangers patrol recreational and natural areas to

encourage proper and appropriate use of park property, promote compliance with rules and

regulations, protect park resources and enhance visitor experience. Park Rangers will spend

approximately 70% of their time monitoring parks, collecting data, and educating about and enforcing

park rules. The other 30% of their time will be spent running educational programs and helping with

conservation projects.

Rangers must positively represent the City of South Portland. Duties include providing park visitors

with general assistance, directions and information on City parks, and information on historical,

cultural and natural features of parks; promoting safe use and enjoyment of South Portland Parks by

encouraging voluntary compliance with and/or enforcing applicable park rules and regulations,

issuing violation notice/tickets when needed, and requesting police assistance when necessary; assisting

with and running environmental education programs for park guests; assisting with conservation

projects in parks such as non-native species removal, dune restoration, and trail maintenance; providing

emergency assistance and direct emergency services when needed; collect data (park usage, waterfowl

counts, monarch counts, etc.), maintain park field logs and report on park incidents, permits, park

conditions; other duties as assigned.

Must be a team player with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with

other employees and the general public; must possess good communication skills, including to hand write

legibly and follow verbal and written instructions; must have ability to work independently in field

conditions including uneven ground in parks and beaches, and have the ability to walk/hike/bike up to 15

miles daily. A city provided bike is the primary mode of transportation for getting from park to park

throughout the day. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push pull or move up to 60 lbs.,

and must possess the physical strength and endurance necessary to perform the essential functions of

the job under exposure to varied climatic conditions. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule

including evenings, weekends and holidays. First Aid and CPR training upon hire is preferred. Must

possess and maintain a valid State of Maine Class C driver's license. Must pass a post-offer physical

exam, Department of Motor Vehicle and criminal background checks.

The hourly wage for Seasonal Ranger positions is $18.00/hour.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.

To apply you may email a cover letter and resume to apply@southportland.gov.

You may also file an application using our fillable pdf at

You may also mail a resume with cover letter to:

City of South Portland

Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist

25 Cottage Road; P.O. Box 9422

South Portland, ME 04116-9422

EOE

How To Apply

CategoryGeneral / Stewardship , Outdoor Recreation

TagsPark Ranger , Trail Maintenance