Park Ranger

Nottingham City Councils Greenspace and Natural Environment team is proud to manage our citys amazing greenspaces - from vibrant parks and peaceful nature reserves to the green corridors that connect our communities. As an award-winning team were passionate about shaping spaces that inspire support wellbeing and celebrate biodiversity.

Were growing our team- from Senior Service Leadership and specialist roles to hands-on operational delivery were looking for people who share our drive and passion to make a difference in the greenspace of Nottingham.

So if you want to be a part of our fantastic team wed love to hear from you.

Park Ranger

Nottingham City Council
Closing Date: 7^th September 2025
Salary: 28598 to 31022 (Grade E) Permanent Full Time

Do you love the outdoors working with people and making a positive impact on your community

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Park Ranger to join our Greenspace team and help us care for and enhance some of Nottinghams most treasured public places.

This is your chance to play a hands-on role in managing beautiful parks nature reserves and greenspaces across the city. You will lead community and volunteer events promote biodiversity and wildlife protection and support a wide range of public engagement activities. Every day in this role is different meaningful and focused on improving the environment for everyone as well as contributing to Nottinghams nature recovery.

What Youll Be Doing

• Coordinate and lead volunteer work parties as part of the Nottingham Green Guardians programme working closely with local people and organisations
• Plan and deliver a range of public engagement events including guided walks seasonal family activities and conservation days for city residents and local businesses.
• Support site improvement projects aligned with environmental goals including biodiversity and habitat restoration
• Carry out routine patrols and site inspections ensuring safety standards are met and sites are well cared for
• Promote parks and green spaces through community outreach marketing materials and educational activities
• Help maintain high standards in Nottinghams parks supporting Green Flag Awards and other city-wide quality benchmarks

Who Were Looking For

• A background in greenspace conservation or park management
• Practical experience of volunteer coordination and engaging the public in outdoor activities
• Strong understanding of UK wildlife and habitats biodiversity and environmental best practices
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with young people businesses and residents
• The ability to work independently and flexibly including some evenings weekends and public holidays on a rota basis.
• A full UK driving licence is required

What youll gain

• A chance to help shape a greener and more inclusive Nottingham
• A role with visible impact in your local community
• Supportive colleagues and opportunities for professional development
• Flexible working and employee wellbeing support
• Generous local government pension and holiday scheme

Apply now

If you are interested in being part of an amazing team that really wants to make a difference to the greenspaces in Nottingham then join us in shaping a Greener Healthier Happier Nottingham.

For an informal chat please contact Claire Smith-Harris at

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Closing Date: 7th September 2025

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held:w/c 29/9/25

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