Reservoir Ranger - Variable Hours

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Reservoir Ranger provides public safety, natural resource management, and community outreach primarily at sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Forestry Division of the City of Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department. The position is classified as variable-hour benefit eligible, with the selected candidate able to work up to 40 hours per week. Eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off accrual, and 11 paid holidays. The listed hiring rate is $20.00 in the first year, $21.00 in the second year, and $22.00 in the third year and beyond. The role supports facility and reservoir operations, public safety, natural resource protection, rule enforcement, customer service, emergency response, and routine maintenance. Work takes place frequently outdoors in varying weather and terrain. The position may require essential-personnel work during a declared local emergency or disaster.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in customer service, security, natural resources, recreation, wildlife, emergency medical services, or criminal justice.
Provide a valid motor vehicle license.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds, with or without assistance, for emergency rescue operations; frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to walk and stand considerably over all types of terrain and perform activities involving bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and crawling.
Ability to swim.
Ability to use personal computers, cash registers, and related software for cash handling, reports, and reading a schedule.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens; handle sensitive or stressful situations tactfully; communicate orally, graphically, and in writing; analyze problems; and establish and fulfill goals and objectives.
Ability to coordinate hand and eye movements to operate hand and power tools, power boats, and computers, and foot and eye movements to operate boats, equipment, and vehicles.
Ability to read reports, documents, manuals, and other written material.
Ability to effectively communicate with employees and citizens.
Must provide personal black work boots; uniform items are provided.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in English and Spanish.
College coursework in biology, recreation management, wildlife management, or a related degree.
Previous experience interacting with the public regarding park rules and regulations.
Motorboat operation experience.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
OC pepper spray certification.

Responsibilities

Open and close facilities, secure buildings, and support public safety and natural resource protection.
Inspect boats according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Aquatic Nuisance Species standards.
Enforce city-adopted rules and regulations through information, education, or summonses where appropriate.
Patrol and provide security for city assets.
Prepare for and respond to emergency response and rescue operations.
Provide customer service and communicate effectively with the public and city personnel.
Follow policies and procedures.
Complete financial transactions and record keeping, including use of cash registers.
Resolve complex problems and conflicts.
Produce reports and manage files and records.
Perform routine maintenance operations.
Communicate effectively and coherently over radio communications.
Perform additional duties as assigned.