Top 14 Parks recreation Jobs in Portland Me

SEASONAL PARK RANGERS
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- From $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Assistant Park Ranger - Seasonal (26 Weeks) - Two Lights State Park - 6353
State of Maine —Cape Elizabeth, ME
- $15.10 - $18.98 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- US work authorization
- 16+ years old
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
8d
EVENT SERVICES STAFF (ON CALL) - TROUBH ICE ARENA
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- From $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- High school
5d
Temporary Administrative Assistant (Yarmouth Community Services/YCS)
Town of Yarmouth, Maine —Yarmouth, ME
- Temporary
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
Pre-K Ed Tech III
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
ATHLETIC FACILITIES FOREPERSON
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- $26.37 - $31.09 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
CUSTODIAL WORKER - ON CALL
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- From $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Criminal background check
- Communication skills
62+ PROGRAM ACTIVITY DRIVER - RECREATION PROGRAMMER (ON CALL)
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- $18 an hour
- Per diem
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- First Aid Certification
Long-Term Substitute ESOL Teacher (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $37.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- English
2d
Long-Term Substitute 1st Grade Teacher (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $37.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
LIFEGUARD SEASONAL
City of Portland, Maine —Portland, ME
- From $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
After School Staff
Kennebunkport Town Hall —Kennebunkport, ME
- $15.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Children
- In-person
- School
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
6d
Long-Term Substitute School Social Worker (Fall 2026)
Portland Public Schools, Maine —Portland, ME
- $37.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
After the Bell Counselor
City of Saco —Saco, ME
- $15.10 - $16.45 an hour
- Seasonal
- Customer service
- Children
- Mentoring
Quick Apply
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SEASONAL PARK RANGERS

City of Portland, Maine -
Portland, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
From $19 an hour

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Employee relationship building
Radio communication systems
Non-CDL Class C
Driving

Full Job Description

SEASONAL PARK RANGERS

Seasonal Park Rangers
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department

About the City of Portland Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department:

The Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is comprised of 160 full-time and over 250 seasonal staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Portland, Maine. They achieve this by operating cultural venues, running community programs (including Before and After School, Swim Lessons, and Senior Adult programs), and maintaining public buildings, waterfront infrastructure, 70 parks, 40+ miles of trails, 13 cemeteries, and 30 playgrounds. Their diverse team, including Park Maintainers, Lifeguards, Event Managers, Horticulturalists, and many others, works collaboratively to provide spaces and opportunities for social connection, recreation, and community development.

Job Summary:

Full and part-time positions through September/November.
This position patrols recreational and natural areas and enhances visitor experience, encourages proper and appropriate use of park property, promotes compliance with rules and regulations, protects park resources and positively represents the City of Portland.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Providing park visitors with general assistance, directions and information on City parks, recreation programs, information on historical, cultural and natural features of parks and other services
Promotes safe use and enjoyment of Portland Parks by encouraging voluntary compliance with and/or enforcing applicable park rules and regulations and requesting police assistance when necessary
Monitors the use of the boat ramp and collects fees where applicable and manage parking; perform maintenance to and oversees use of beach areas and public restrooms
Provide emergency assistance and direct emergency services to the parks when needed
Assists in directing traffic, crowd control and protecting park resources during special events
Maintains daily log and reports on park incidents, public contracts, park conditions; is available for case follow-through when necessary and other duties as assigned
Assists in keeping parks clean by removing litter, graffiti and encampments (following the Encampment Removal Policy)

Required Skills & Experience:

Must be team player with ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and general public
Must possess good communication skills, including being able to hand write legibly and follow simple oral and written instructions
Must have ability to work independently in field conditions and have ability to walk/hike up to 10 miles daily
Must have experience with strenuous mountain biking in the woods and in city traffic
Must be able to use portable radio; must be able to lift 50 lbs. and possess the physical strength and agility necessary to perform the essential functions of the job under exposure to varied climatic conditions
Must have ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
Must be able to commit to work the entire season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Some Seasonal Rangers may have the ability to work a longer season through November.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Prior experience handling cash transactions, First Aid and CPR training
Must possess a valid State of Maine Class C driver’s license and maintain a good driving record

Expected Hours/Schedule:

Varying schedule including weekends and evenings

Applications accepted until filled.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary:
Seasonal Ranger positions start at $19.00/hour, plus $3.00/hour stipend for each hour worked.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected].

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : SEASONALS

Job Family : PART-TIME, TEMP & SEASONAL

Posting Start : 06/26/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

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Assistant Park Ranger - Seasonal (26 Weeks) - Two Lights State Park - 6353

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