Junior Ranger

NOVA Parks
Sterling, Virginia 20164 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Summary


    The Junior Ranger assists with the operation and maintenance of the park and facilities.

    Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour

    Major Duties/Specific Tasks

    • Provides information to the public and/or special interest groups pertaining to the park and park facilities.
    • Informs visitors of park rules and regulations.
    • Patrols park in NOVA Parks vehicles or on foot to ensure safety and security of park visitors and NOVA Parks grounds, buildings, and equipment.
    • Reports accidents, vandalism, and theft.
    • Registers vehicles/visitors and collects appropriate fees.
    • May assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment.
    • Assists with public relations by handling visitor inquiries and providing information and assistance.
    • Assists with cash handling
    • Ensures cleanliness of comfort station facilities and other areas of the park.
    • Maintains grounds by removing trash and mowing/trimming grass as needed.
    • Performs attendant duties at all locations as needed including gate house operations.
    • Attends and participates in staff meetings as scheduled.
    • Reports unsafe conditions to the Park Management.
    • Carries out additional duties as assigned by Park Management.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • To operate vehicles you must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid drivers' license with a safe driving record.
    • Possession or ability to obtain Certification in CPR/First Aid.
    • Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
    • Ability to learn the operations of the facilities.
    • Flexibility and ability to perform all duties of other part-time employees as needed.
    • Ability to gain a working knowledge of NOVA Parks, its history, organization, rules and regulations.
    • Availability to work additional hours during peak operating season.
    • Ability to operate point of sale systems and handle money accurately.
    • Working knowledge of computers.
    • Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including ability to lift up to 80 lbs, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
    • Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
    • Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
    • Ability to understand, follow, and give oral instructions.
    • Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.


    Please see job description

    PI284809694

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  • Job Description


    The Junior Ranger assists with the operation and maintenance of the park and facilities.

    Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour

    Major Duties/Specific Tasks

    • Provides information to the public and/or special interest groups pertaining to the park and park facilities.
    • Informs visitors of park rules and regulations.
    • Patrols park in NOVA Parks vehicles or on foot to ensure safety and security of park visitors and NOVA Parks grounds, buildings, and equipment.
    • Reports accidents, vandalism, and theft.
    • Registers vehicles/visitors and collects appropriate fees.
    • May assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment.
    • Assists with public relations by handling visitor inquiries and providing information and assistance.
    • Assists with cash handling
    • Ensures cleanliness of comfort station facilities and other areas of the park.
    • Maintains grounds by removing trash and mowing/trimming grass as needed.
    • Performs attendant duties at all locations as needed including gate house operations.
    • Attends and participates in staff meetings as scheduled.
    • Reports unsafe conditions to the Park Management.
    • Carries out additional duties as assigned by Park Management.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • To operate vehicles you must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid drivers' license with a safe driving record.
    • Possession or ability to obtain Certification in CPR/First Aid.
    • Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
    • Ability to learn the operations of the facilities.
    • Flexibility and ability to perform all duties of other part-time employees as needed.
    • Ability to gain a working knowledge of NOVA Parks, its history, organization, rules and regulations.
    • Availability to work additional hours during peak operating season.
    • Ability to operate point of sale systems and handle money accurately.
    • Working knowledge of computers.
    • Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including ability to lift up to 80 lbs, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
    • Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
    • Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
    • Ability to understand, follow, and give oral instructions.
    • Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.


    Please see job description

    PI284809694

    Job distributed by JobTarget.
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