Park Ranger I

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno! Love the outdoors and want to make a difference in your community? The City of Fresno is hiring Park Rangers I to help keep our parks, trails, and recreation areas safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.This active, hands-on role is perfect for those who enjoy working outside, engaging with the public, and protecting Fresno's natural spaces.If you're dependable, community-minded, and ready for a job where every day brings new challenges, apply now and be part of a team that makes a real impact! Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Patrol city parks, trails, and recreation areas by foot, bike, or vehicle Enforce park rules, regulations, and municipal codes; issue warnings and citations Provide information to the public on park use, permits, and safety Respond to non-emergency incidents and assist with special events Inspect facilities for hazards, vandalism, and needed repairs; report findings Prepare and maintain reports, logs, and documentation of park activities Lock and unlock park facilities and amenities as scheduled Operate radios and communication devices to respond to calls for service Perform related duties as required Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview.The full job specification is available to view at:https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Park-Ranger-I-10_2022.pdf View:We Work For You video to get an inside look from a Park Ranger at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno:https://youtu.be/R_GvREagdmk?si=7tkvkokHJsr0a_S- Incumbents in the Park Ranger I class may be promoted to the Park Ranger II upon successful completion of the probationary period and recommendation of the appointing authority.The current salary range for Park Ranger II is $4,741-$5,695/month.Two (2) vacancies exist in Police Department.Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion.If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule Benefits:UNIT 3 Classification - The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc.(FCEA) HEALTH INSURANCE:The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.DEFERRED COMPENSATION:Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.VACATION LEAVE:Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.SICK LEAVE:Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year.80 hours lifetime maximum HOLIDAYS:Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.SHORT TERM DISABILITY:Provided through California SDI program.BILINGUAL PREMIUM:PAY:$100 per month HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT:Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.RETIREMENT:City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state.Reciprocity with other CA public agencies.Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service.City employees do not participate in Social Security.DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years.Participation minimum is age 50 and vested.Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1 The Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.High School Diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year of work experience which involved a substantial amount of public contact.Examples of qualifying experience include that gained in a customer service or public service environment.Additional Requirements The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held.Please SPECIFY WORK DUTIES related to public contact.Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and a current