Park Ranger

City of Visalia•Visalia, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Visalia is recruiting for the position of Park Ranger. This position works under general supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor. The Park Ranger patrols city parks, trails and recreation facilities, enforces applicable city ordinances, county codes, and state laws relating to use of parks, trails, and city parks facilities, as well as performing related work as required. This position is also responsible for evening facility closures, primarily at Riverway Sports Park, including monitoring facilities during closing hours and ensuring that park users and activities comply with established rules and regulations. The Park Ranger position requires regular evening and weekend work assignments, including scheduled evening facility closures. Work schedules may vary based on park activities, facility usage, special events, seasonal needs, and operational requirements.

Requirements

Detail-oriented, self-starter.
Understanding of basic principles and practices associated with enforcing park ordinances, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of proper methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in the maintenance and operation of grounds and buildings associated with parks and recreational facilities.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public and other employees.
Ability to demonstrate discipline, discretion, and sound judgment when responding to stressful situations involving visitor and employee safety.
Ability to work evenings and weekends, including evening facility closures primarily at Riverway Sports Park.
Willingness and ability to work a variable schedule based on park operations, facility use, special events, and community activities.
Experience using office equipment.
Ability to operate and learn various computer software programs.
Two (2) years of experience in parks operations, security operations, law enforcement or related field.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
Successful completion of a law enforcement procedures (PC 832) course certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training within ninety (90) days of appointment.
Must possess or obtain within six (6) months of appointment, valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications and maintain certifications according to statutory mandates during course of employment.

Responsibilities

Patrol city parks, trails, and recreation facilities.
Enforce applicable city ordinances, county codes, and state laws relating to the use of parks, trails, and city parks facilities.
Perform related work as required.
Responsible for evening facility closures, primarily at Riverway Sports Park.
Monitor facilities during closing hours.
Ensure park users and activities comply with established rules and regulations.
Assist in the development and presentation of nature-oriented educational programs.