Park Ranger

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

3d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora needs a dedicated soul to watch over our trees and trails. You function as the protective big sibling of the local ecosystem. Rangers act as mobile help desks for the public while patrolling on bikes, trucks, or boats. The role involves enforcing city rules and handling legal paperwork when people forget how to behave. Community outreach programs turn you into a neighborhood ambassador for the great outdoors. Emergency rescues mean your physical strength is just as important as your diplomacy. Cleaning equipment and writing files keeps the gears of the department turning. Working in the rain or heat is just Mother Nature's way of keeping the office interesting. Integrity and customer service define every interaction you have with the city. Working as a Park Ranger is like being a lighthouse keeper for the forest; you provide a steady hand to guide visitors safely while ensuring the natural beauty of the land remains undisturbed. The Park Ranger role provides public safety, natural resource management, and community outreach primarily at sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Forestry Division of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department (PROS).

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Associate’s degree in natural resource management, natural sciences, parks and recreation management, criminal justice, public administration, business administration, behavioral sciences, or a directly related field.
At least 1 year of 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.
Knowledge of ecological principles and practices related to natural resources and stewardship of ecosystems.
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 work, and/or interpretive program development and management.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.
Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively both orally, graphically, and in writing.
Analyze problems to provide best options and assistance.
Establish and fulfill goals and objectives.
Make effective presentations.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Skilled using personal computers and related software that includes word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications
Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles including trucks, boats, all-terrain vehicles, bicycles, etc.
Colorado Driver License with good driving history (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, natural sciences, parks and recreation management, criminal justice, public administration, business administration, behavioral sciences, or a directly related field.
Fluent in English and Spanish
Red Cross First Aid & CPR
EMT
First Responder
OC (pepper spray)
Volunteer Management
Certified Interpretive Guide
Emergency Water Safety
Ice Rescue
Defensive Driving

Responsibilities

Provides support for operations including public safety, natural resource protection, and community outreach at sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Forestry 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.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves)
Retirement pension plan
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc.