The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.
The Dunedin Botanic Garden is New Zealand's first Botanic Garden, established in 1863, and holds the status of six-star Garden of International Significance. Recognised for its extensive plant collections, native bush, city vistas and beautiful walks, the Botanic Garden team are responsible for the operations and management of the city's Garden, ensuring visitors are provided with an opportunity to enjoy all it has to offer.
We are seeking a confident, outgoing person to join our team as a Botanic Garden Ranger. This position is one of two part-time Ranger positions working across different shifts. This permanent role is 20 hours per week, worked across Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
The Ranger's role can be quite varied, challenging on occasions but also rewarding. Rangers are expected to be alert and responsive to visitor needs and behaviours to ensure visitors and users are engaged and directed in ways that allows them to enjoy their experience at the Botanic Garden in a safe and satisfying manner.
Ideally you will have:

• a good knowledge and understanding of recreation and tourism industries
• a good knowledge of by-law / regulatory enforcement and requirements around health and safety
• proven experience in fostering positive relationships with internal and external customers

A good level of fitness is required to enable the Ranger to respond to inquiries and emergencies throughout the Garden, and conditioned to working in all weathers, have a friendly outgoing personality, with a passion for meeting and assisting people to deliver successful outcomes.
What we offer

• 5 weeks annual leave
• A great team environment
• Permanent opportunity, 20 hours per week
• For further information on DCC benefits, see our careers site: DCC careers | Benefits

Salary range: $64,702 - $76,120 per annum pro rata
The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.
How to Apply
If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.
You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.
Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

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