General Purpose
The City of Commerce City is growing, and we are adding another Senior Park Ranger position to our Parks, Recreation, and Golf department. The Senior Park Ranger position provides leadership, mentoring, and training to rangers; patrols parks, trails, open spaces, and recreation center properties to provide visitor safety and resource protection; provides education and outreach; and ensures compliance with park rules and regulations. The Senior Park Ranger collaborates with city departments and external organizations to provide education and enforcement in parks, trails, and open spaces within Commerce City.
The anticipated schedule for this position is Sunday – Wednesday, 4, 10‑hour shifts. Must be flexible, as the start and end times vary with the time of year.
Hiring Salary Hiring salary is dependent upon experience. The hiring range is $34.48 – $38.31 / hourly.
Benefits Package We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today.
Be a part of it and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. A minimum of three (3) years of parks law enforcement experience is required. A combination of experience in parks maintenance, natural resource management, code enforcement, or traditional law enforcement may also be considered. Experience in hiking and mountain biking required. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Possession of CPR and first aid certification within 3 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
Preferred But Not Required
Experience in environmental education and youth programming
Bilingual in Spanish/English
Process Overview Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provisions of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.
Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.
Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Deadline to Apply: February 27th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Zoom Interviews: Week of March 1st, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9th, 2026
If we don’t receive a sufficient number of qualified candidates, we may extend the application deadline without notice.
Paid Time‑off Benefits
Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8‑hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
General Leave: Leave banks are granted to employees after six months of full‑time employment. General Leave may be used for vacations, personal business, illness, or other reasons as requested by the employee and approved by his/her supervisor.
Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military leave are also available to employees.
Additional Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six‑month introductory evaluation.
Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest‑free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6‑month Introductory Period for eligibility.
Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City’s award‑winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9‑holes or $18.00 for 18‑holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.
Application Questions Please share your experience working with vulnerable populations.
In your cover letter, please detail your experience related to the Senior Park Ranger position. Have you submitted a cover letter along with your resume?
Yes
No
Required Question
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The anticipated schedule for this position is Sunday – Wednesday, 4, 10‑hour shifts. Must be flexible, as the start and end times vary with the time of year.
Hiring Salary Hiring salary is dependent upon experience. The hiring range is $34.48 – $38.31 / hourly.
Benefits Package We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today.
Be a part of it and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. A minimum of three (3) years of parks law enforcement experience is required. A combination of experience in parks maintenance, natural resource management, code enforcement, or traditional law enforcement may also be considered. Experience in hiking and mountain biking required. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Possession of CPR and first aid certification within 3 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
Preferred But Not Required
Experience in environmental education and youth programming
Bilingual in Spanish/English
Process Overview Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provisions of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.
Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.
Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Deadline to Apply: February 27th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Zoom Interviews: Week of March 1st, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9th, 2026
If we don’t receive a sufficient number of qualified candidates, we may extend the application deadline without notice.
Paid Time‑off Benefits
Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8‑hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
General Leave: Leave banks are granted to employees after six months of full‑time employment. General Leave may be used for vacations, personal business, illness, or other reasons as requested by the employee and approved by his/her supervisor.
Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military leave are also available to employees.
Additional Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six‑month introductory evaluation.
Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest‑free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6‑month Introductory Period for eligibility.
Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City’s award‑winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9‑holes or $18.00 for 18‑holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.
Application Questions Please share your experience working with vulnerable populations.
In your cover letter, please detail your experience related to the Senior Park Ranger position. Have you submitted a cover letter along with your resume?
Yes
No
Required Question
#J-18808-Ljbffr