Park Ranger (Resident)
Back to Job List| Posted | 01/13/2026 |
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| County | Dubuque |
| Location | Peosta, Iowa |
| Salary | $32.65 - $37.31 Hourly |
| Deadline | 01/28/2026 |
Description
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The Park Ranger performs law enforcement and maintenance within all of Dubuque County parks and wildlife areas. Ensures the safety of park visitors and preserves and protects the natural resources of Dubuque County. This position requires the employee to reside on-site at Finley's Landing Park.
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The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Ground Maintenance:
Mows, landscapes, tree care, repairs park fixtures, playground inspection/maintenance, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs.
Law Enforcement:
Enforces all local, state, and federal laws. Collects user fees in campgrounds, Heritage trail. River rescues, body recoveries. Resolves disturbances, takes various reports, assists other agencies with calls for service. Illegal dumping officers.
Equipment Operator:
Operates tractors, skid loaders, mowers, excavators, Utv’s, snowmobiles, boats, dump trucks, end loaders.
Prairie Management:
Manages prescribed fire, spraying, mowing, removal of woody vegetation, planting.
Vehicle Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, tire rotation, routine maintenance.
Structural Maintenance:
Oversees plumbing, electrical, carpentry repairs. Builds new structures such as pavilions, covered picnic tables, and boat docks.
Timber Management:
Plants, prunes, sprays, invasive removal, crop tree release.
Snow plowing:
Plows snow off parking lots, applies salt when needed.
Wildlife Calls for Service:
Manages rescue nuisances, injured/sick animals.
Equipment Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, sharpens mower blades, routine maintenance.
Environmental Education:
Teaches Hunter safety classes, public relations answering questions, assists with environmental programs.
Volunteer Coordination:
Plans and coordinates events for volunteers, works with community service projects. -
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in natural science or environmental education related fields, or two year associate degree and two years’ work experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
- Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
- Pesticide applicators license
- Commercial driver's license
- S130-s190 wildfire training
- Hunter Education Instructor
- Firearms Instructor
- Open sight rifle instructor
- Mine safety health administration training
- CPR/AED first aid
- National Crime Information Center training
- Hazmat
- Implicit bias
- De-escalation
- Racial profiling
- Handgun recertification
- Rifle recertification
- Shotgun recertification
- Defensive tactics
- Body cam training
- Rapid deployment
- Advanced roadside impairment driving enforcement
- Physical fitness requirements
- Chronic waste disease ambassador
- Wildland power saws training
- Global SDS and hazardous materials
- Duty to intercede
- Sexual harassment in workplace
- Responding to people with mental illness
- Wide area search
- Human trafficking
- Blood borne pathogens
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In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.
- Knowledge of current conservation and environmental issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to withstand manual labor and work outside in any weather conditions.
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours and varied shifts as the need arises.
- Some supervisory experience desirable.
In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent movements such as but not limited to balancing, twisting, climbing, kneeling, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, etc.
- Frequently lifting to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
- Primarily work is outdoors; workers may be exposed to adverse and extreme environmental conditions.
- Frequently work alongside moving traffic or roads.
- Frequent use of machines or equipment with loud noises.
- Frequently work with fumes/odors/toxic chemicals.
- Frequently work with bodily fluids/communicable disease.
- Occasional travel.
Description
Job Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
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Equal Opportunity
Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441.
Dubuque County is proud to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package that keeps health insurance costs low for employees while providing strong coverage for you and your family. Along with highly affordable medical insurance, employees enjoy retirement security through IPERS, generous paid time off, and a wide range of programs that support your health, well-being, and financial peace of mind.
- Medical Insurance with 24/7 access to:
- Health Advocacy
- Nurse Support
- Care Navigation
- Doctor on Demand
- $0 Telehealth/urgent care
- Free talk therapy
- Discounted psychiatry
- Dental
- Vision
- Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Life and AD&D (company paid and ability to purchase additional Voluntary Life and AD&D)
- Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Assistance Program
- PerkSpot - Employee discount program
- Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
- Paid Time Off
- Personal Time Off
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Medical Insurance with 24/7 access to:
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in natural science or environmental education related fields, or two year associate degree and two years’ work experience.
To Apply
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dubuquecounty/jobs/5197994/park-ranger?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
More Information
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dubuquecounty/jobs/5197994/park-ranger?pagetype=jobOpportunit
