Park Ranger I/II

Definition:

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patrols City parks and lakes facilities;
• Enforces City ordinances and park rules and regulations;
• Opens and closes lakes and park facilities;
• Collects and deposits fees;
• Prepares and makes oral presentations to park visitors and community groups;
• Acts as a public information source;
• Prepares written reports of incidents and accidents;
• Prepares daily logs and activity reports;
• Maintains records of park activities, prepares reports, and creates forms;
• Coordinates projects and performs general maintenance, cleaning, repair and
  improvement on all lake-related park and camping facilities and equipment;
• Operates a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles;
• Assists with planning and designating assignments for Ranger Specialists, Park Attendants, and volunteers;
• Coordinates, trains, and evaluates the work of Ranger Specialists, Park Attendants, and volunteers;
• First Aid, First Responder (emergency responses).

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend miscellaneous agency meetings;
• Performs related work as required.

Supervision:

• Supervision is received by Public Works Supervisor II/III – Lakes.
• Supervises and leads the work of Ranger Specialists, Park Attendants, and volunteers.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

• Natural resource management and conservation principles;
• Principles of public relations and visitor management;
• Park maintenance and operations;
• First-Aid, CPR and other emergency procedures;
• City ordinances and rules relating to parks and recreation;
• Working English and grammar;
• Principles of public speaking;
• Basic computer knowledge;
• Principles and practices of customer service.

Ability to:

• Work well with others in a team environment;
• Complete work within an expected time frame;
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions;
• Analyze situations and determine a course of action;
• Effectively communicate with the public and co-workers both orally and in writing;
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools and equipment for the maintenance and repair of park and lake equipment and facilities;
• Operate assigned vehicles and equipment including water and tanker trucks;
• Effectively implement policies, rules and laws;
• Successfully complete required training and obtain required certifications and licenses;
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

License and Other Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Class B Driver's License within 6 months of employment;
• Within 9 months of appointment, as a condition of employment, satisfactory completion of P.C. 832 training, First Responder Certification and Pesticide Handler Training.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in parks and recreation, natural resource management or closely related field.
• Full-time or equivalent experience in the operation or protection of a park, lake or forest may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year­for-year basis.

Advancement to Park Ranger II may be made after successfully completing:*

• Twelve months of experience as a park ranger I for the City of Escondido;
• Meet all qualifications, requirements, and certifications for progression;
• Complete and master all items in the Lakes Training Manual at the "Trainer Level";
• Obtain "First Responder" certification;
• Attend and complete Windows 95 - Level 1 and 2, Word for Windows - Level 1, Excel 5 -Level 1, PowerPoint - Level 1, and GroupWise - Level 1, at Escondido University (they must be completed within one year after progression to Level II);
• Complete five part-time employee evaluations and assist in the performance conference with the employee;
• Complete departmental training class in "Enforcement";
• Complete departmental training class in "Interpretation";
• Complete departmental training class in "Trail Construction and Maintenance";
• Instruct one departmental training class;
• Develop and present two interpretive programs, including one audio/visual program;
• Present four safety programs to Lakes Division;
• Select an area and take a lead role in developing a program for all
  employees, including planning, organizing and coordinating to completion;
• Perform satisfactory participation as a member of a department team project.

*NOTE: Periodic revision may be made to the advancement criteria as deemed necessary by the department.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT

OCCASIONAL

• Sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching;
• Tasting and smelling;
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of objects weighing from 26 to over 100 pounds

FREQUENT

• Standing, walking, kneeling;
• Reaching, handling, fingering;
• Lifting and carrying of objects weighing from 11 to 25 pounds;
• Pushing or pulling of objects weighing up to 25 pounds

CONSTANT

• Talking and hearing;
• Lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Occasional Exposure to:

• Extreme heat;
• Wet and humid conditions;
• Atmospheric conditions;
• Vibrations, electrical shocks;
• High exposed places;
• Explosions

Frequent Exposure to:

• Moving mechanical parts;
• Chemicals

Date: 12/01
Revised By JV/Dept.