Gemeinde Zermatt
Zermatt
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Ranger (m/f/d)
- 04 February 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Zermatt
Job summary
Zermatt, a vibrant community with 6,000 residents, thrives on tourism. Join our Ranger team to connect nature and people!
Tasks
- Raise awareness about nature-friendly behavior among users.
- Monitor and protect local flora and fauna effectively.
- Observe natural hazards and control the hiking trail network.
Skills
- Ranger training or willingness to complete it is essential.
- Familiarity with Zermatt's mountain environment and geography.
- Strong communication skills and experience in dealing with people.
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About the job
The municipality of Zermatt has around 6,000 inhabitants. It is one of the largest tourist municipalities in the Alpine region. A staff of around 170 people ensures the extensive public service.
We are looking for a committed and nature-oriented person to join our municipality's ranger team from May 1, 2026, or by arrangement. As a ranger, you are the visible interface between nature and people, tourism, flora and fauna, thus making an important contribution to the sustainable development of our municipal area. You are the direct contact person for locals, visitors, and service partners and align the values of nature, culture, and tourism through your work.
Your area of responsibility
- Raising users' awareness of environmentally friendly behavior
- Monitoring and protecting the flora and fauna in the municipal area
- Observing natural hazards and controlling the hiking trail network
- Communication with users and service partners
- Participation in the planning of new or adjusted hiking trails and snowshoe trails
Your skills
- Training as a ranger (educational course BZW Lyss) or willingness to complete it
- Familiarity with the mountain world of Zermatt and surroundings as well as good knowledge of topographical and geographical features
- Communicative person with skill in dealing with people
- Willingness to work irregular hours
- Foreign language skills and IT knowledge (Office) desired
We want you
You can expect a collegial and international working atmosphere as well as an appreciative corporate culture. Flexible and attractive working conditions and the further training of our employees are a high priority for us.
Interested?
We look forward to receiving your complete application documents by email to hr@zermatt.ch or by post to the Personnel Service of the municipality of Zermatt, P.O. Box 345, 3920 Zermatt. For further information, Amber Brantschen, Head of Personnel (027 966 22 94), will be happy to assist you.
