Park Ranger - Variable Hour Benefit Eligible

City of Aurora•Santee, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Reservoir Ranger role provides critical public safety and natural resource management within the City of Aurora’s Open Space and Forestry Division. This position serves as a primary point of contact for the community while ensuring the protection of local ecosystems and city assets. Daily responsibilities include patrolling facilities, conducting boat inspections for aquatic nuisance species, and responding to emergency rescue operations. Ideal candidates possess a background in customer service or natural resources and feel comfortable enforcing city regulations through education and professional communication. Team members manage financial transactions and perform routine maintenance to keep our parks safe and accessible for all visitors. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to maintain calm during stressful situations. This is an essential opportunity for individuals dedicated to environmental stewardship and public service. Join our team to help preserve the beauty and safety of Aurora’s recreational reservoirs. You’ll be working both indoors and outdoors, dealing with varying weather conditions and all types of terrain. This role requires you to enforce rules governing parks and reservoirs, while maintaining a strong focus on customer service. If this sounds like the perfect place to put your knowledge of ecological principles and law enforcement practices to work, let's talk. We need someone ready to jump in.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in natural resources, natural environment, ecology, criminal justice, or a directly related field.
At least one year of experience enforcing rules and regulations related to parks, open space, reservoirs, and other natural resources including experience providing significant support and or management for successful community outreach programs.
Colorado Driver’s License with good driving history.
Knowledge of ecological principles and practices related to natural resources and stewardship of ecosystems.
Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement related to parks, open space, reservoirs, and other natural resources.
Knowledge of effective and efficient community outreach programs such as special events, volunteer, and or interpretive program development and management.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.
Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally, graphically, and in writing.
Ability to analyze problems to provide best options and assistance.
Ability to establish and fulfill goals and objectives.
Ability to make effective presentations.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Use of personal computers and related software that includes word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to operate a variety of equipment and vehicles including trucks, boats, all-terrain vehicles, bicycles, etc.

Nice To Haves

Red Cross first aid & CPR
EMT
First responder
OC
Special event management
Volunteer management
Certified interpretive guide
Emergency water safety
Ice rescue
Wild land fire
Defensive driving

Responsibilities

Provides public safety, natural resource management, and community outreach primarily at sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Natural Resources Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department.
Provides for operations including public safety, natural resource protection, and community outreach at sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Natural Resources Division.
Enforces City adopted rules and regulations, investigates violations, issues summons, and appears in court.
Patrols and provides for the security of City assets.
Supports and or manages PROS community outreach programs including special events, volunteer service, and interpretive programs.
Prepares for, responds to, and coordinates emergency response and rescue operations.
Provides customer service and communicates effectively with members of the public and City personnel.
Adheres to policies and procedures.
Completes required financial transactions and record keeping.
Resolves complex problems and conflicts.
Produces reports, manages files and records.
Performs routine maintenance operations.
Assists with the hiring and supervision of contingent employees and volunteers.
Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of relevant topics and legislative issues.
Performs additional duties as assigned.