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DECEMBER 21, 1983
JOB SPE)CIFICA- Council was apprised that for a number of years, the City
TIONS FOR has provided day-to-day supervision of the Park Ranger and
POSITION OF PAW Park Security program, using part -tine esTployees. One of
RANGER APPRCUM. the problems that has been encountered with the past program
is the lack of stability of keeping the position filled.
It was recomvMeO, that this position be made a full time
regular position, at a salary range of $1,097.56 to
$1,335.27 per month. Job specifications for the position
were presented for Council's approval.
On motion of Council Kmber Pinkerton, Murphy second
Council approved job specifications for Park Ranger �1 at a
salary range of $1,097.56 to $1,335.27 per month.
TO: THE CITY COUNCII
FROM: THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
SUBJECT:
PARK RANGER PRO
CO-NCIL C011 MUNICATIONr
DATE NO.
►ECEMBER 1611 1983
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve the attached job
specifications for Park Ranger II at a salary range of $1097.56
to $1,335.27 per month.
BACKGROUND: For a number of years, we have provided the
day -to --clay- supervision of the Park Ranger and Park Security
program, using part-time emloyees. We have had some successes
and some failures in this approach. The discussions among
staff and the City Council are legion.
One of the problems encountered is the lack of stability of
keeping the position filled. We have paid only on an hourly
basis with no vacation, holiday, sick leave, insurance or
pension. This has not been fair to the employee involved and
because of the turnover of people, it has not been in the
City's best interest.
For these reasons, it is felt that that part of the problem can
best be solved by making the position a full time regular one
and then filling it with a proven person.
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J RY L. GLENN
Assistant: City Manager
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P A R K R A N G E R I I
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DEFINITION
Under general supervision, protects City park and recreation
facilities and park visitors, maintains order, security and safety
of assigned areas, and does related or other work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey level class in the Park Ranger series.
Incumbents of this class have limited peace officer powers as
defined in Section 830.31(b) of the Penal Code. These powers are
utilized in the protection of natural park resources and the
maintenance of order, security and safety in assigned park areas.
TYPICAL DUTIES
1. Patrols parks, recreational and other areas to protect natural
resources, prevent vandalism, area misuse or other undesirable
activities and to ensure the safety of the public; issues
warnings and citations; makes arrests; may make court appear-
ances.
a. Greets and provides information to park visitors; directs tb6m
tQ specific areas; collects and accounts for tees, and provides
assistance to them in emergency situations; completes forms as
required.
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PARK RANGER II SPLCIFICATIONS
TYPICAL DUTIES (Cont'd)
3. Supervises welfare recipients and court referrals in the
operation of the litter control program and othe.^ park maint-
enance related duties.
4. Operates pickup, autorrabile, bus, boat, or other equipment as
required; participates in custodial maintenance and clean-up
of park structures and grounds.
5. Maintains records and prepares reports.
6. Kay assist in the training of Park Ranger personnel
?. Supervises others as assAgned.
MINIMUM SUALIFICATIONS
Either I
Two years of accredited experience as a park ranger, peace officer,,
or security guard or related field.
or II
Education: Dust have completed and have graduated from an �
accredited high school (2 years of college preferred.) dust have
successfully completed course work in powers of arrest at Junior
College level or equivalent. Must be certified to use Mace,and
baton.-
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PARK RANGER II SPECIFICATIONS
&i_MM QUALIFICATIONS (Cont'd)
EMerience: At least one year, either full or part-time, in the
field of lav or park ranger enforcement. Security work will be
considered.
Substitution: Experience in the management, operation, or protec-
tion of a park or public, either recreational or private facility,
can be substituted for education in a year -for -year basis to a
maximum of 2 years.
Licenses: Possession of a valid California driver's license, or
possession of a valid California Class II driver's license if
required by the nature of assignment.
Certificate: Ability to obtain a valid Advanced First Aid Certifi-
cate issued by the American Red Cross before completion of the
probationary period.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must be at least 18 years of age upon appointment.
2. Lust meet standards required for Peace Officers as set forth
in Sections 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code.
3. Incumbents may be required to work weekends, holidLys or other
irregular hours, wear prescribed uniforms and conform to
departmental personal appearance standards. Incumbents may be
required to reside in an assigned park or recreation area.
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PAID RANGER II SPECIFICATIONS
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SPSCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Buowledae of: Principles and practices of park management and
general law enforcement; principles and practices of first aid
and safety.
Ability to: Read, interpret and enforce laws and regulation4r
maintain records and prepare clear, complete, and concise reports;
analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of
action; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain
cooperative relationships with the public and other employees.
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