Park RangerNaturalist
Park RangerNaturalist
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07-04-2025
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Job Description
Description
- The City of Fremonts Community Services Department is recruiting for:Park Ranger/NaturalistThe Department
The Community Services Department plays a key role in enhancing the community and ensuring the citizens of Fremont receive excellent customer service through the management of recreation facilities quality recreation and environmental programs and park planning.
The Position
The Park Ranger/Naturalist will provide information and assistance to the public as well as enforce laws rules regulations and the Fremont Municipal Code. The primary focus of the position will be to assist with implementing the initiatives of the Homeless Task Force. Additionally the incumbent may conduct natural resource protection and environmental education programs.
Application ProcessThe first review of applications is 12:00 p.m. PST. February 14 2025. This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.
To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity please complete an application online by clicking Apply just above this box.Selection Process
The process may include oral panel and individual interviews professional reference checks fingerprint check for criminal history medical evaluation and other related test components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 17 2025.Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by callingor emailing.
Contact Us
For additional information please contact Human Resources Department at: .
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Park Ranger/Naturalist Class Specification Essential Functions
- Works in prescribed uniform and is responsible for general patrol and supervision of Central Park Lake Elizabeth recreation facilities and parks throughout Fremont.Assists with the development and delivery of environmental education/interpretative programs.Initiates and maintains community based relationships with schools and other local organizations in support of interpretive programs and park projects.Identifies species and behavior of a variety of native wildlife and plants.Assists with developing planning and delivering special events with an interpretive focus such as Earth Day.Supervises and trains parttime park staff and volunteers as needed.Completes minor maintenance work on vehicles equipment and facilities.Provides assistance and acts as a liaison to the public responding to questions concerning park and recreation facilities programs policies and rules and regulations.Demonstrates knowledge of and enforces the Fremont Municipal Code or other rules regulations and ordinances pertaining to park operations within the City including the issuance of citations.Operates bicycles motorized boats patrol vehicles and twoway radios.Operates building alarms and makes security checks of City facilities.Dispatches calls for service including receiving and responding to phone calls.Investigates collects evidence statements and prepares reports in response to complaints crime injury accidents and other park incidents.Testifies in administrative hearings and court proceedings.Marginal FunctionsOther duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of: State and local laws related to park operations and management; water and/or small craft safety; citation procedures; park operation practices and procedures including fire control and security systems; and activity instructions.Skill in: Communicating courteously and intelligently with the public representing a wide range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; being firm yet tactful in stressful situations; keeping accurate records; operating a patrol boat motor vehicle and twoway radio; instructing or leading the following activities: sailing fishing camping kayaking and environmental interpretation; swimming to rescue oneself and others from deep water in waterfront and boating operations; carrying out independent work responsibilities; and following written and verbal instructions.Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.Education/ExperienceEquivalent to college level course work in park management recreation administration public relations environmental studies ecology supervision or other related field; and one year of experience in park management or park supervision related law enforcement or a related field. A college degree in park management recreation or related field may substitute for work experience.Licenses/Certificates/Special RequirementsPossession of a Class C California drivers license at the time of appointment and satisfactory driving record. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.A valid certificate in Penal Code Section 832 must be secured and maintained prior to completion of the probationary period. Possession of or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during employment current certificates in Red Cross Standard First Aid and Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalents. Higher level certifications may be submitted in substitution.Willingness to work a variety of schedule formats.Physical and Environmental DemandsRare < 10 Occasional 1133 Frequent 3466 Constant >66Sitting: Up to Frequent variesWalking: Up to Frequent variesStanding: OccasionalBending (neck): FrequentBending (waist): OccasionalSquatting: RareClimbing: RareKneeling: RareCrawling: RareJumping: RareBalancing: OccasionalTwisting (neck): FrequentTwisting (waist): RareGrasp light (dominant hand): FrequentGrasp light (nondominant): FrequentGrasp firm (dominant hand): RareGrasp firm (nondominant): RareFine manipulation (dominant): OccasionalFine manipulation (nondominant): OccasionalReach at/below shoulder: FrequentReach above shoulder level: RarePush/pull:Up to 10 lbs. Rare11 to 25 lbs. Rare26 to 50 lbs. Rare not daily occurrence51 to 75 lbs. Rare not daily occurrence76 to 100 lbs. Rare not daily occurrenceOver 100 lbs. Rare not daily occurrenceLifting:Up to 10 lbs. Occasional11 to 25 lbs. Rare not daily occurrence26 to 50 lbs. Rare not daily occurrence51 to 75 lbs. Rare not daily occurrence76 to 100 lbs. Rare not daily occurrenceOver 100 lbs. Rare not daily occurrenceCarrying:Up to 10 lbs. Rare11 to 25 lbs. Rare26 to 50 lbs. Never51 to 75 lbs. Never76 to 100 lbs. NeverOver 100 lbs. NeverCoordination:Eyehand: RequiredEyehandfoot: RequiredDriving: RequiredVision:Acuity near: RequiredAcuity far: RequiredDepth perception: RequiredAccommodation: RequiredColor vision: RequiredField of vision: RequiredTalking:Facetoface contact: RequiredVerbal contact w/others: RequiredPublic: RequiredHearing:Normal conversation: RequiredTelephone communication: RequiredEarplugs required: Not requiredWork environment:Works indoors works outdoors exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature being around moving machinery exposure to marked changes in temperature/humidity exposure to dust fumes smoke gases odors mists or other irritating particles exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals exposure to solvents grease or oil exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces using computer monitor exposure to vibration exposure to flames or burning items works around others works alone works with others.
- Class Code: 6750FLSA: NonexemptEEOC Code: 4Barg. Unit: CFEA
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15
Employment Type
Full-Time
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