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We post open ranger positions in the region for members of Rocky Mountain Ranger Association. If you are a member and have an open position, consider posting it here for inquiring minds! We will keep postings up for 3 months unless notified they are already filled.

Natural Areas Lead Ranger
The City of Fort Collins
Annual Salary Range:   $53,993.00 - 89,985.00
Annual Anticipated Hiring Range:   $71,000.00 - 78,000.00
(Salaries are paid bi-weekly)
Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 10/19/2026

Supervisor, Enforcement (Natural Areas Lead Ranger) | Job Details

Natural Areas Supervisors, Enforcement (Lead Rangers) are Special Commissioned Officers of Fort Collins Police – they have a limited commission and are trained in and carry a baton and OC/pepper spray (unarmed). This position serves as a field supervisor for the ranger team supporting day-to-day problem solving and operations and will directly supervise a team of up to 4 full-time Rangers. The Lead Ranger position consists of approximately 70% patrol, covering over 50+ Natural Areas, 50+ Parks and 150+ miles of paved and unpaved trails on 50,000+ acres of land in Larimer County. The Lead Ranger will work alongside a variety of partner agencies to ensure the safety of the public and protection of the natural resources. This position may coordinate resources and act as incident command during emergencies on City-owned properties. The Supervisor, Enforcement (Lead Ranger) will support the Sr. Ranger Supervisor including by organizing Ranger training opportunities that respond to needs and trends in the field. 

Variable Park Ranger - Winter
The City of Lakewood

The City of Lakewood is hiring two winter seasonal Park Rangers, $21.50/hr, 40 hours a week, October through April. 

Working in a temporary part-time capacity under the general direction of the Park Rangers, provides enforcement of rules and ordinances, as well as natural resources protection and preservation, while ensuring public safety for Regional Parks system. 

  • Assists with emergencies and provides first aid and rescue within training and ability.

  • Performs basic maintenance duties as needed or as assigned, including litter cleanup, trash emptying, beach prep, restroom cleaning and sign installation.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Issues city citation for violations.

  • Provides a recurring patrol presence on all Regional Park properties and trails. Patrols using trucks, ATV’s, foot, mountain bikes and motorboats.

  • Provides information to the public on the natural resources through public relations contacts, education programs, signs and written information.

  • Sells park passes and firewood, collects revenue and prepares deposits.
    Effectively responds to emergencies and coordinates response with West Metro, Lakewood Police and other responding agencies. Provides first aid and rescue within training and ability.

  • Performs basic maintenance duties and natural resources management duties as needed or as assigned, including litter cleanup, trash emptying, restroom cleaning, sign installation, wildlife management and trail maintenance.

  • May provide guidance to and/or direct the work of other VARIABLE staff including gate attendants and boat inspectors.

  • Must maintain and utilize City-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when conducting activities where the employee is exposed to risks above those encountered in a traditional office setting. If injured on-the-job due to failure to utilize PPE a safety violation can be taken.

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