Park Ranger

City of Farmington•Farmington, NM

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Farmington is seeking a Park Ranger (Job Position #120) to join their Police Department. This is a Regular, Full-Time position responsible for enforcing City Park Ranger ordinances, patrolling parks and the Downtown District, and ensuring the proper operation and security of Parks and Recreation facilities. The role requires an individual who can work independently, handle difficult situations, and maintain effective working relationships with the public and colleagues. Responsibilities include citation writing, court appearances, public relations, and inspection of business licenses and food vendors. The position also involves administrative duties related to departmental operations and compliance with environmental, health, and safety programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years or state of current residency.
Excellent public relations skills.
Ability to handle vicious animals and irate or intoxicated citizens.
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
Must pass background check.
Ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Subject to on-call and rotating shifts.
Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors and the public.
Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to meet the special requirements listed below.
Ability to learn the City's geography.
Extensive background checks required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must pass polygraph examination.
Must pass medical examination.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as security guard or law enforcement preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Enforcement of all City Park Ranger ordinances, including citation writing, court appearances and Parks patrol.
Patrols all City parks and the Downtown District for prevention of vandalism, including graffiti, appropriate behavior in City parks, public relations and enforcement of pertinent ordinances as defined by City Code.
Checks for proper equipment operation at Parks and Recreation facilities, including at appointed times for Parks and Recreation facilities' security.
Works an assigned shift using own judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance.
Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or precedent.
Carries out duties in conformance with City laws and ordinances.
Maintains contact with police communication personnel to coordinate investigation activities, provide mutual assistance during emergency situations and provides Administrative information about Department activities.
Required to perform shift work in a rotation of days, evenings, and nights including weekends and holidays.
Using excellent customer service skills establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.
Patrols are performed by motor vehicle, off-highway vehicles (OHV), bicycles and on foot.
Must maintain confidential departmental information.
Green tagging vehicles that are being sold illegally within the City of Farmington.
Inspection of Business Licenses within the City of Farmington; inspects food vendors for state and local licenses.
Obtaining and Renewing Trespass Authority within the City of Farmington.
Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.
Turns on ball field lights, as needed.
Performs crossing guard duties, as needed.
Enforces priority permit holders at Parks facilities.
Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities.
Assists officers in requesting and ensuring vehicle tows are completed at accident scenes and other arrest situations where a vehicle is involved.
Assists certified patrol officers in performing traffic control, such as; crash scene traffic control, special events control, and other similar situations.
Investigates private property non-injury accidents; takes witness and victim statements; writes reports regarding certain offenses, such as; gas frauds, lost or stolen property, found or recovered bicycles, or any other non-arrest type misdemeanor reports.
Serves as a member of various employee committees.
Participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety program.