PARK RANGER FULL-TIME (2423)/ PART-TIME (2424)

5/28/80

Rev 8/85

Rev 9/90

Rev 12/93

City of San José

PARK RANGER FULL-TIME (2423)

PARK RANGER PART-TIME (2424)

CLASS PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in public contact and park protection. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESULTS (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed.)

Patrols and enforces park rules and regulations.
Prepares appropriate reports and may make court appearances.
Issues misdemeanor citations.
Responds to park visitor complaints; relates effectively to park visitors.
Performs rescue, search and fire suppression activities.
Administers first aid.
Performs traffic control activities.
Checks visitors into the park and assigns them to appropriate use areas.
Answers questions and explains park policies and regulations.
Conducts tours; explains natural and historical park features.
Arranges and builds displays at a park visitors center.
Develops and implements interpretive land vegetation and wildlife conservation programs; creates brochures.
Coordinates volunteer programs.
Collects and accounts for fees.
Operates light vehicles, radios, and other necessary equipment.
Provides lead direction to other personnel; may perform emergency and routine custodial maintenance tasks.
May carry enforcement equipment such as mace.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

An incumbent of this class may provide lead direction to small crews of employees engaged in visitor service, park operations, enforce rules and regulations, provide emergency services, and performs park protection work. This class differs from that of Park Aide II in that incumbents of the latter have not been deputized and do not perform enforcement duties. This class differs from that of Senior Park Ranger in that the latter supervises incumbents of the former.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the general principles and practices of park operations.
Knowledge of principles of conservation.
Knowledge of nature and wildlife.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to use sound judgment under routine and stressful situations.
Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant and effective manner.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours.
Ability to complete appropriate forms.
Ability to administer first aid.
Ability to develop and implement interpretive programs.

Competency Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of techniques and procedures of park regulations, rules and law enforcement.
Ability to compile and prepare reports.
Ability to lead and direct the activity of others.
Ability to train others in nature, wildlife and conservation principles.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of two (2) years of college in a major with emphasis in park management, park operations, natural or environmental science, or closely related field.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Possession of current Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certificates within the first 6 months of employment.

Deputization as a Peace Officer.

P01-2423.SPC