POSITION TITLE:   SEASONAL PARK RANGER - CARTER LAKE AND SURROUNDING AREAS

               POSITION NUMBER:   POL.1316

                         DEPARTMENT:   NATURAL RESOURCES

                STARTING SALARY:   $8.00 - $12.00 PER HOUR (DOQ)

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:   OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

 

APPLY EARLY!  INTERVIEWING BEGINS IN MARCH/APRIL.  MOST POSITIONS ARE FILLED EARLY BUT LATER OPENINGS MAY OCCUR.  THE SEASON RUNS MEMORIAL DAY THROUGH LABOR DAY.

 

APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSTING WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS.

Park Ranger

Boat Ranger

Homeland Security Ranger

 

WORK SCHEDULE:	Shift work – nights, weekends, and holidays may be required, depending on duties.
LOCATIONS:	Carter Lake & surrounding area

 

NOTE:

·         Work schedule available at the office of the Larimer County Parks and Open Lands Department.  Schedules are subject to change depending on weather and visitation.

·         16 – 40 hours per week; depending upon position.

·         Applicants will be required to undergo a background check.

·         All positions will be required to work on holidays and weekends.

·         All positions could be required to work nights and shift work.

 

PARK RANGER

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Advise park visitors of recreational opportunities and public use regulations.

·         Provide information and directions to the public; investigate and resolve visitor complaints; ensure public safety and the enjoyment of park areas.

·         Explain applicable rules and regulations to park visitors for the purpose of protecting and preserving natural, historic, and cultural features, sites, and structures.

·         Perform park regulation enforcement in an assigned park(s) by foot, vehicle, and by boat.

·         Issue warnings and citations to violators; conduct investigations of reported non-criminal offenses/incidents to collect evidence, statements, and other relevant information; may be required to provide testimony in court regarding investigations and/or citations.

·         Comply with the policies and procedures of the Parks and Open Lands Department.

·         Respond to and perform effectively in emergency situations until relieved by appropriate agency or appropriate supervisor.

·         Prepare and maintain records and reports.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

·         Work under varying degrees of stress for extended periods of time in an outdoor environment.

·         Effectively enforce park regulations.

·         Perform light maintenance duties, which include general upkeep and cleaning of shoreline and park.

OTHER DUTIES:

·         Perform related duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

·      Principles and practices of effective natural resource management and park environment conservation for the benefit of the park user and for the protection of the park resources and facilities.

·      Basic recreational activities of the park user including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.

·      Wildlife, geology, environmental sciences, local and state history and related subjects required for preparation and presentation of park interpretive programs as needed.

·      Recordkeeping and reporting procedures.

·      Park regulations and enforcement procedures, protocol, and appropriate corrective actions.

·      County and state laws, rules, regulations and policies regarding park operations.

·      Basic principles of First Aid and CPR.

·      Hazards associated with park operations work and safe work practices and precautions.

Ability to:

·         Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.

·         Use and care for firearms (if POST certified).

·         Think and act quickly in emergencies.

·         Judge situations and people accurately.

·         Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.

·         Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.

·         Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a radio system.

·         Understand and carry out oral and written directives.

·         Carry out a variety of assignments using sound judgment.

·         Make immediate, important, and critical decisions related to enforcement and emergency situations in the absence of supervision.

·         Evaluate unusual situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

·         Learn to use safety equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

·         Address audiences effectively and prepare written materials for reports and publications.

·         Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict.

Physical Requirements:

·         Must have appropriate voice and hearing skills to be clearly understood on the telephone, radio, and in public contacts.

·         Lift, kneel, carry, push, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, grasp, walk, run, and balance in the performance of park regulation enforcement and other assigned tasks.

·         Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.  Must be able to walk up and down stairs.

·         Must be able to run for short or long distances, change directions quickly while running, and run up and down stairs.

·         Must be able to get into and out of vehicle repeatedly.

·         Must be able to lift, carry, drag, or push a minimum of 40 pounds.

·         Must be able to work in hazardous or dangerous work areas or situations.

·         Must have fine and gross motor skills; hand dexterity; full use of fingers, hands, arms, and good grip strength to perform duties; effectively use firearms (if POST certified), operate equipment, etc.

·         May be subjected to caustic, flammable, or other hazardous materials.

·         Must be capable of working under stressful situations.

·         Must have quick reactions.

·         Must be capable of going from stationary to exertion in an instant.

·         Must have good cognitive skills and awareness of work accuracy.

·         Must have ability to concentrate on more than one task at a time and to make independent decisions.

·         Must be able to work in year-round outside weather conditions; including temperature extremes.

·         Employee may be occasionally exposed to smoke during prescribed burning or wildland fire activities.

Experience and Education:

Experience:

·         Six months of park, natural resources, law enforcement, or related experience desired. 

·         Some boating experience desired.

Education:

·         Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade required.  Some college courses in Park Management, Wildlife Biology, or a related field desired. 

Licenses/Certifications

·         Possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s License required.

·         CPR and First Aid certifications required by starting date.

·         P.O.S.T. / EMT or 1^st Responder Certification is strongly desired.

 

BOAT RANGER:  In addition to Park Ranger:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Perform boat safety inspections.

·         Perform light maintenance duties which include general upkeep and cleaning of shoreline and patrol boat.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Knowledge of general boat maintenance required.

·         Knowledge of Colorado boating regulations required.

·         Competent swimming ability required.

·         Must be physically capable to effect water rescue maneuvers.

Experience:

·         Significant experience in boat operation required.

 

HOMELAND SECURITY RANGER :  In addition to Park Ranger:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Patrol dams and swim beach on assigned reservoirs.

·         Provide security to Federal dams by searching coolers, backpacks, vehicles, etc., in an effort to detect contraband.

·         Minor maintenance of the swim area and beach including litter pick-up, setting and adjusting float lines, and guard stands if needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

·         Six months of park or law enforcement experience desired.

Education:

·         Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade required.  Some college courses in Park Management, Wildlife Biology, or a related field is desired. 

 

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