Park Ranger (Enforcement)

City & Borough of Juneau • Juneau, AK

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Parks and Recreation department, Park Maintenance division is looking for a Full-Time Permanent Park Ranger to join and work year-round with our exciting team of outdoor enthusiasts. A successful park ranger is curious, observant, physically active and interacts in a professional, calm and patient manner with a variety of park users. Interest in the natural and cultural history of Southeast Alaska and caring about the stewardship of public land are desirable. The ability to work independently and with a variety of coworkers is essential. The ranger prepares accurate and concise written reports as required. The ranger observes, reports and mitigates hazards in park areas. The Park Ranger participates in training, safety and informational meetings, communicates with the public in a courteous and helpful manner, provides information about rules, regulations, route finding and interpretation of the cultural and natural history of park areas. Most assigned duties are performed outdoors, regardless of weather.

Requirements

• High School graduation or the equivalent.
• Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment.
• A valid driver's license at time of appointment and for continued employment.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Receives designated citation authority as a municipal enforcement agent from the City Manager.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in law enforcement, natural resources management, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Patrol municipally managed recreation areas, parking areas and trails by foot, mountain bike, light trucks, and small boats to enforce ordinances and regulations by issuing verbal or written warnings.
• Issue written citations when authorized.
• Request assistance from law enforcement agencies or other emergency services when necessary.
• Conduct investigations of illegal activities, collect evidence and document findings.
• Patrol city parkland to ensure visitors and campers are complying with applicable rules and regulations.
• Trespass unruly campers and remove abandoned property as authorized by law.
• Cooperate with various CBJ and non-profit social services to assist campers in need.
• Perform general maintenance in parks, trails and facilities.
• Operate a variety of power machinery and tools including chainsaws and brushers.
• Perform minor field repairs to power tools and equipment as required.
• Pick up trash, paint, clean facilities, and perform minor repairs of park fixtures and equipment.
• Assist with snow removal using light truck plows and snowblowers during the winter season.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Paid time off for parent teacher conferences
• Robust wellness program that includes discounts to CBJ recreational centers and local fitness programs
• Free bi-annual health screenings
• Free flu shots
• Free classes, challenges and webinars on healthy living
• Complimentary access to Parks & Recreation facilities, including Dimond Park Aquatic Center, Augustus Brown Pool, Dimond Park Field House, and Treadwell Ice Arena (for benefit-eligible employees and dependents).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED