Park Ranger

City of Moreno Valley • Moreno Valley, CA

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About The Position

The City of Moreno Valley is hiring a part-time, temporary, limited-term Park Ranger for the Community Development Department. The position is limited to up to 960 hours. The Park Ranger helps create safe, welcoming, and enjoyable parks and recreation facilities by patrolling parks and designated facilities, educating visitors about park rules, documenting and reporting violations, and responding to safety concerns and emergencies. The role provides a visible, approachable presence in the community, offers information and assistance to the public, and collaborates with City departments and partner agencies. The Park Ranger also supports park programs and special events, maintains activity records, and assists with minor maintenance and cleanup.

The position requires availability to work mornings, nights, and weekends. The ideal candidate is responsible, community-oriented, dependable, professional, and experienced in park security, maintenance, or similar public-facing work. They use sound judgment, communicate clearly, write accurate reports, remain calm during conflicts and emergencies, and are comfortable patrolling outdoors, performing light maintenance, and working independently while collaborating with others.

Applicants must meet the listed minimum qualifications and successfully complete the required hiring evaluations. Because the position is safety sensitive, selected candidates must pass a comprehensive background check, psychological evaluation, and medical examination.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or a G.E.D. equivalent.
• Two years of related experience, preferably in park security, park maintenance, or other related activities involving heavy public contact.
• A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy.
• Advanced first-aid and CPR certificates, or the ability to obtain them within six months of the date of hire.
• Successfully complete and meet certification requirements for California Penal Code 832 Peace Officer Training and a Government Code Section 1031 course on the laws of arrest and search and seizure within six months of the date of hire.
• Pass a comprehensive background check, psychological evaluation, and medical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Supplemental coursework in Administration of Justice or security procedures and operations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
• Experience in park security, park maintenance, or similar public-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Patrol parks and designated facilities.
• Educate visitors about park rules and regulations.
• Document and report violations.
• Respond to safety concerns and emergencies.
• Provide information and assistance to the public as a visible and approachable community presence.
• Collaborate with City departments and partner agencies.
• Support park programs and special events.
• Maintain accurate activity records.
• Assist with minor maintenance and cleanup of park facilities.

What This Job Offers

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