The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for permanent, fixed term and seasonal positions in the grade of
Park Ranger/General Operative Band 2 (Dublin).
This position will be based in the Phoenix Park, Dublin 8.
Competition Reference 2026/021
Essential Eligibility Criteria:
(at the closing date)
* A current full, clean manual driving licence, category B & W;*1,2
Note:
* (1) If your Irish driving licence is restricted to driving cars with an automatic transmission only (denoted by the code 78 appearing on the licence), you are not eligible. (2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence, it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland. It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged. It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK/NI licence for an Irish driving licence. Further information available on:
Desirable Eligibility Requirements
* A current safe pass card*
*where a current safe pass card is not available, it will be a requirement of this role that the successful candidate will successfully undergo training upon appointment
* The ability to give guided tours
* An interest in the environment, flora & fauna & wildlife;
* Trailer Licence – category BE
Requirements and Principal Duties of a Park Ranger/General Operative Band 2 (Dublin)
Note
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The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a Park Ranger/General Operative Band 2 (Dublin). Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work.
* Patrolling the Park grounds on foot, bicycle or in a jeep;
* Enforcing the Park bye-laws, for the principal purpose of protecting the resources and preventing offences;
* Opening and closing the Park gates;
* Contributing to the upkeep and appearance of the Park;
* Keeping records of accidents, incidents, complaints, observations and damage to OPW property;
* Reporting urgently to Park Management any damage or situation which may lead to members of the public injuring themselves. A written report may be required in such cases;
* Furnishing other written reports when requested by Management;
* Using communications technology;
* Knowledge and application of full safe operating procedures and Health & Safety statement;
* Driving and looking after official work vehicles. Loading and unloading equipment and materials;
* Comply with all Health & Safety procedures as directed;
* Undertake the above duties and others, if required in Garden of Remembrance, Grangegorman Military Cemetery, Arbour Hill Cemetery when required to by Park Management;
* Maintain ISO records and communications, as required;
* Carrying out other duties, as requested by the Park Superintendent, and as appropriate to the grade.
A Park Ranger/General Operative Band 2(Dublin) is appointed under the Phoenix Park Act, 1925 and is required to:
* Assist in the protection and interpretation of the resources of the grounds, including the landscape, historical features and wildlife;
* Demonstrate flexibility and mobility, consistent with the needs of the service;
* Contribute to and maintain a good team spirit and an effective team-working environment;
* Remain calm while working under pressure when effectively dealing with incidents;
* Make sound judgements in emergency situations;
* Work on own initiative in accordance with supervisor/manager instructions whilst being an effective part of a larger team;
* Apply excellent and effective interpersonal and communication skills coupled with a professional, polite and courteous manner when dealing with colleagues, management and the public;
* Apply a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work allied with an ability to deliver an effective work presence;
* Carry out all work in an efficient and safe manner, in accordance with the directions of the supervisor/manager, with regard to self, colleagues and the public through understanding, observance and application of Health and Safety requirements;
* Be physically capable of meeting the full range of the requirements of the position;
* Carry out other duties deemed by the supervisor/manager as reasonable and appropriate to the grade and to the position;
* Co-operate with the operation of and introduction of new work practices and technology, e.g. tablets, smart phones, vehicle tracking, electronic information circulation incl. location reporting;
* Comply with all Health & Safety procedures as directed;
* Attend and achieve the required standard in training as required by the OPW.