Park Ranger I​/II; Parks​/Facilities

Position: Park Ranger I/II (Downtown Parks/Facilities)

Park Ranger I/II

Park Ranger I: $53,775 - $72,063 annually

Park Ranger II: $59,357 - $79,545 annually

We have an opening for the position of Park Ranger I/II in our Downtown Parks, on the Utilities Services team. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City’s website.

Under general supervision, supervises park usage and performs a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance duties in the day‑to‑day operation of City parks and lakes including public relations, visitor services, enforcement of park rules and municipal code, natural resource interpretation and protection, and buildings and ground maintenance. Supervision is received from the Lakes and Open Space Supervisor; supervision is exercised over Ranger Specialists, Park Attendants and volunteers.

Distinguishing

Characteristics Park Ranger I:
This is the entry level class in the Park Ranger series. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Park Ranger II level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern.

Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Incumbents at this level are expected to learn the full range of responsibilities and perform duties with an increasing level of independence. Advancement to the “II” level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.

Park Ranger II
:
This is the full journey level class in the Park Ranger series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Park Ranger I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, applying well knowledge, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Work is normally reviewed only on completion and for overall results. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Park Ranger II level are normally filled by advancement from the Park Ranger I level.

Park Ranger I incumbents are typically eligible to progress to the II level after 12 months of successful performance and completion of the Progression/Advancement Requirements. As employees progress into the Park Ranger II classification, they are expected to work more independently and at a higher level.

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrols City parks and lakes facilities.
• Enforces City ordinances and park rules and regulations.
• Opens and closes lakes and parks facilities.
• Issues citations for misdemeanors and infractions and contacts police when needed.
• Prepares and makes oral presentations to park visitors and community groups off site as required.
• Acts as a public information source, answers questions asked by the public.
• Prepares written reports of incidents and accidents.
• Prepares daily logs and activity reports.
• Maintains visitor use and park activity records, prepares reports, and creates forms.
• Provides first aid and emergency medical response.
• Assists in the coordination of search and rescue operations.
• Attends miscellaneous agency meetings.
• May assist in working other shifts as assigned, as needed due to staff shortages.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications Knowledge of:

• Natural resource management and conservation principles.
• Principles of public relations and visitor management.
• Principles, practices, methods, theories, and trends in volunteerism and volunteer management.
• Park…