Position: Park Ranger (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

　　Hiring Salary Range: $44,373 - $52,204

　　Full Salary Range: $44,373 - $60,035

　　Application Deadline: 2/2/2024

　　Summary:

　　Under the general supervision of the Regional Parks Supervisor, thisnon-commissioned Ranger position is responsible for preserving District parkand natural resources through code and rules enforcement within District ownedand/or maintained park sites and facilities. This position is responsiblefor patrolling District owned or leased land to ensure a safe and cleanenvironment for all patrons. Park Ranger tasks include: land use violationnotices, field permit enforcement, regulatory signage maintenance, dogwaste enforcement, public outreach and community education, and acting asa liaison for local Law Enforcement, local Code Enforcement, and Colorado Parks

　　Responsibilities:

　　Provide excellent customer service to District residents and visitorsPerform foot, bicycle and vehicle patrol in order to enforce District rulesand regulations; protect natural and cultural resources; and maintainpublic safetyRespond to and assist with emergencies on District owned or leased lands andfacilitiesProvide visitor education, outreach and/or violation notices as neededComplete minor park maintenance and assist other staff with projects asrequestedConduct patrols on regional and neighborhood trailsMaintain park amenities including restrooms, fences, kiosks, gates,regulatory signage, and picnic areas. Report service needs and discrepanciesto appropriate staffServe as District liaison to local law enforcement, Colorado Parks andWildlife, Jefferson County Animal Control, Jefferson County CodeEnforcement, South & West Metro Fire DistrictsAccurate record keeping and basic office skillsResource managementRequires the ability to work effectively with other departments, homeowners, HOA s, adjacent stakeholders, sports associations, churchgroups, and the likeThe ability to work alone and in groupsEffective conflict resolution skillsEffectively and professionally communicate with the public, co-workers,and other agencies via oral or written communicationOther duties as assignedRequired Experience:

　　EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Graduation from high school or completion of GED and 3 years experience inpark ranger services, park or natural resources management, emergencyresponse or closely related field2 years experience in outdoor education or any combination of education andexperienceEmergency Medical Responder or similar experience preferredLICNESES, CERTIFICATES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

　　Non-Escalation, De-Escalation, and Crisis Management or equivalentacceptable certification or ability to complete certification within one yearof employmentRanger Excellence School certification preferredApplicants must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver s license.Applicant must possess and maintain certification in First Aid, CPR & AEDApplicant must pass a pre-employment background screeningOC ( pepper ) Spray certification or the ability to obtain prior to carryingWeekend, holiday and evening work required.Park Rangers are required to wear and maintain a uniform.MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

　　Use of modern office equipment and procedures (computer, copier, fax,phone, etc.). Proficiency with applicable computer software applications(Word, Excel, Outlook).Requires extensive knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, andequipment involved in general maintenance and upkeep of park sitesUse of OC Spray, first aid equipmentWORKING ENVIRONMENT:

　　90% or more of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weatherconditions and requires the ability to drive to district locations. May beexposed to extreme cold, heat, wet, snow, ice or humidity. Frequentexposure to noise, fumes, dust, mist, gases, grasses, molds,fertilizers, solvents, oils, and greases. While perf rming the duties ofthis job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel,stoop, reach, lift and exhibit manual dexterity with the ability to handleobjects. Must be able to occasionally push, pull and balance. Upper bodystrength is a requisite to lift/move a maximum of 80 pounds unassisted andlift/move a maximum of 160 pounds with assistance. Vision requirementsinclude near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, and color vision. Theposition requires the sense of smell and feeling. Requires the ability tocommunicate both orally and in writing and execute oral and writteninstructions with understanding. Must have the ability to talk and hear viathe telephone and through face-to-face communication.

　　Benefits: