Job Details

City of Portland - Supervising Urban Ranger

Position Number: 6551651
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

City of Portland - Supervising Urban Ranger

Police Department

The City of Portland is hiring a Supervising Urban Ranger to lead and support a team of Urban Rangers dedicated to maintaining safety, order, and positive community interactions in public spaces. This position is responsible for supervising Urban Rangers, enforcing City ordinances, fostering community relationships, and coordinating closely with the Police Department. This position will be embedded in the Community Policing Unit and work in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department.

This role involves enforcing City rules through voluntary compliance and citations, supervising and scheduling Urban Ranger staff, and maintaining a visible presence through regular patrols of parks, downtown, and neighborhoods. Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, providing basic first aid, assisting the public, and coordinating with emergency services. The position also supports special events through traffic direction and crowd control, maintains daily reports, and fosters positive relationships with the community. Additionally, it includes recommending program improvements, hiring decisions, and budget needs to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Urban Ranger program.

Requirements:

Candidates must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are essential along with the ability to work successfully and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of park or natural resource management is required.
Candidates must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and ride a bicycle on trails.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Must possess valid Class C driver's license in good standing.
Certification in CPR and First Aid (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment date) is also required.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

This is a 37.5 hour position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Accepting applications until September 19, 2025.

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

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 18) - Salary range starting at $1,114.88/week, plus $3.00 stipend for all hours worked.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
Thirteen paid holidays
Sick, vacation, and personal leave
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
Use of City recreation facilities
Fitness Reimbursement
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov 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 hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=347&sreq=8&form=5000&desc=SUPERVISING%20URBAN%20RANGER