Park Ranger

About Us

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers professional development opportunities, a competitive total compensation package, a nine-day fortnight, and hybrid work arrangements.

This is an exciting time to join us as we transform digital service delivery, reimagine the customer experience, and advance bold climate action initiatives. Known for our flexible, family-friendly policies and inclusive workplace culture, the District is an exceptional place to build a meaningful career.

Position Overview
About the Role
Join our team as a Park Ranger and become the face of the District’s Parks Department. As a Park Ranger, you will be responsible for providing a visible authority presence, enforcing bylaws, ensuring public safety, and maintaining order within District parks. You will also be part of a marine patrol unit in Deep Cove, conducting proactive enforcement related to boating safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance for all visitors.

In this role, you will serve as a visible and approachable presence in the parks, sharing information about facilities, permitted uses, and regulations. You will ensure parks are used safely and responsibly by monitoring activity, providing education on regulations, and conducting patrols to address non-compliance and apply bylaw enforcement measures, including warnings, tickets, and written documentation, as required.

Duties also include interacting, coordinating, and supporting work to engage with the homeless population, requiring strong situational awareness, de-escalation skills, and the ability to manage conflict in complex circumstances. Knowledge of the Park Regulation, Wharf and Anchor, Dog Tax and Regulation, and Environmental Protection and Preservation Bylaws is essential.

Your commitment to enforcement, completion of Bylaw Investigative Courses, and adaptability to varying weather conditions make you a standout candidate. The position involves regular interaction with the public and requires the ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally to promote compliance, de-escalate situations, and support effective problem-solving in a variety of circumstances. You will exercise independent judgment and perform the duties within policy and regulation limits.

You will also prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports as required.

The successful applicant must also possess:

Sound knowledge of assigned park areas and facilities and hazard found therein.

Sound knowledge of natural history and ecology of assigned area.

Sound knowledge of first aid practices and procedures.

Ability to assess risk, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to unusual or escalating situations, including effectively managing conflict. Willingness and ability to participate in mandatory ongoing training related to conflict resolution, de-escalation, personal safety, and enforcement practices.

Experience with or knowledge of rope rescue and/or swift water rescue, particularly in support of first-responder duties in high-risk park environments, is considered an asset. Willingness and ability to participate in required rescue-related training is expected.

Ability to prepare routine records and to perform routine repair and maintenance tasks related to the park operations including, but not limited to, litter collection, supporting caretakers, encampment clearing, brushing, etc.

Ability to swim, walk long distances and work independently in outdoor environments, patrol uneven terrain, and respond to enforcement and emergency situations under varying weather and operational conditions.

Qualifications
Graduation from the 12th grade supplemented by courses in natural history and/or ecology and approved courses in basic first aid and some related experience, preferably working with youth; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. You must hold a valid BC Driver’s Licence, a survival first aid certificate, and…