Senior Ranger

• Empower teams and stakeholders by coaching and enabling others to deliver shared outcomes
• Shape and deliver programs that meet community needs while aligning to environmental and organisational goals

He angitūtanga: The Opportunity

Auckland Council's Regional Parks team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ranger to join our Northern Regional Parks leadership team and lead our Community portfolio. This is an onsite role based at Wenderholm Regional office. As part of the role, you will be on call one weekend out of every four, supported by a rotating roster.

This is a unique leadership role that combines people leadership, strategic influence and community partnership. You'll lead a passionate team, work alongside mana whenua, volunteers, community groups and key stakeholders, and help shape the future of some of Auckland's most valued regional parks.

As part of the Northern Regional Parks leadership team, you'll contribute to regional priorities and initiatives across Auckland's Regional Parks network, influencing both local outcomes and region-wide direction. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference through people, partnerships and place while leading programmes that connect communities with Auckland's outstanding regional parks.

You can expect to work on:

• Leading and mentoring a team of Rangers, coordinating resources, budgets, and work programmes to deliver planned outcomes effectively.
• Contributing to regional priorities and strategic initiatives across Auckland's Regional Parks network
• Leading the volunteer programmes and community initiatives across the Northern Parks portfolio
• Developing systems and processes for effective park operations and continuous improvement
• Driving health and safety leadership across the sector

Please view position description here. The remuneration range for the role: $91,026 - $107,090, based on skills and experience.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

This leadership role is central to ensuring Auckland’s regional parks are safe, welcoming, and sustainable for current and future generations. By setting direction, leading people, and strengthening partnerships with iwi, community groups, and volunteers. The Senior Ranger Community drives positive park outcomes, meaningful community connection with our natural and cultural heritage.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You are an experienced and collaborative leader who enjoys working through others to achieve outcomes. You bring a strong track record of developing high-performing teams, building trusted relationships, and delivering results in complex environments.

You are comfortable balancing operational delivery with strategic thinking and enjoy working with mana whenua, communities, volunteers, stakeholders and colleagues to achieve shared outcomes.

As a member of the Northern Regional Parks leadership team, you'll contribute to regional priorities and initiatives, helping shape the future of Auckland's Regional Parks network.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Tertiary Level 6+ or bachelor’s degree in Parks Sport Recreation or Parks Management qualifications is essential
• Proven leadership capabilities and people management experience including health and safety leadership
• Strong relationship building, stakeholder engagement, and excellent communication skills
• Experience coordinating projects, programmes and resources
• A current full driver's licence

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

This is an opportunity to lead and work across some of Auckland's most outstanding coastal parks, landscapes and conservation areas. From rugged coastlines and native forests to iconic recreational destinations, you'll help shape recreation, conservation and community outcomes across places that are valued by Aucklanders and visitors alike.

Based at Wenderholm Regional Park, you'll lead a talented team of Rangers as part of a passionate and supportive Northern Regional Parks leadership team.

A key strength of our parks is the strong partnership we have with mana whenua, alongside a highly engaged network of volunteers, community groups, conservation organisations and trusts. These relationships, together with our internationally recognised parks and conservation programmes, create unique opportunities to make a meaningful and lasting difference for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits. 

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: 22 November 2026

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, please apply today to avoid disappointment! With this in mind, we may close off application submission earlier than initially advertised. We will ensure to update our advert with this information, so please keep an eye out on potentially changing deadlines.

As a part of Auckland Council drug and alcohol policy pre-employment checks, you will be subject to drug, alcohol and police screening.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.