Park Ranger/Park Ranger Assistant
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9 Fairfield, CA Fairfield, CA Full-time Full-time $53,393.
60 - $84,468.
80 a year $53,393.
60 - $84,468.
80 a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago Description Providing a Safe Environment for Fun & Relaxation The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Public Works, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Environmental Health Services, Parks, and Administrative Services Divisions.
The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to transportation, building construction, land use planning environmental health, and recreation.
The Parks & Recreation Division of the Department of Resource Management is the steward of Solano County's natural and cultural resources.
The Division creates safe environments and showcases the County's facilities in order for visitors to enjoy diverse recreational experiences.
THE POSITION Park Ranger Assistants learn how to use the proper tools to perform routine grounds maintenance work in County park, enforce County Park regulations, learn techniques and procedures to keep parks clean and safe and perform related duties as required.
The ideal candidate will have experience working independently with a proactive approach to working with support staff and the visiting public.
The ideal candidate will possess and practice the following competencies:
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with special skills in effective delivery of enforcement messages and de-escalation Land stewardship practices Friendly and approachable Safety oriented Technology asset uses in park settings The Park Ranger is located in the Parks and Recreation Division of the Resource Management Department.
As a Park Ranger you would operate within a Solano County park, monitoring park grounds and visitors for safety and security, assisting and informing park visitors, protecting the parks' natural resources, and leading Park Ranger Assistants and Departmental Aides.
The approximate salary for Park Ranger is $29.
40 - $35.
70/hour.
The ideal candidate will have experience working independently with a proactive approach to working with support staff and the visiting public.
The ideal candidate will possess and practice the following competencies:
Friendly and approachable Safety oriented Land stewardship practices Problem solving skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with special skills in effective delivery of enforcement messages and de-escalation High occupancy park operations Technology asset uses in park settings Collaborative Spirit with both Internal and External Stakeholders The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Park Ranger Assistant $25.
67 - $31.
20 Hourly Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, AND
Experience:
Six months of experience in grounds keeping, or semi-skilled maintenance work that included considerable contact with the public.
Park Ranger $33.
41 - $40.
61 Hourly Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, AND
Experience:
One year of experience in park operations, grounds keeping, or semi-skilled maintenance work that included considerable contact with the public; OR One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the Solano County class of Park Ranger Assistant.
SELECTION PROCESS 04/15/2024 - Deadline to submit application and supporting documents Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed.
Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses.
Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.
These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system.
Paper copies of applications are not accepted.
All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing deadline.
Previously submitted application materials (i.
e.
copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.
) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:
00 a.
m.
-5:
00 p.
m.
EOE/AA Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to email protected .
Be sure to include the recruitment title (Park Ranger/Park Ranger Assistant) and the recruitment number (24-423070-01) in your email or fax.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.
A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE.
Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score.
Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score.
Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the Selection Process) in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline.
Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
9 Fairfield, CA Fairfield, CA Full-time Full-time $53,393.
60 - $84,468.
80 a year $53,393.
60 - $84,468.
80 a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago Description Providing a Safe Environment for Fun & Relaxation The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Public Works, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Environmental Health Services, Parks, and Administrative Services Divisions.
The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to transportation, building construction, land use planning environmental health, and recreation.
The Parks & Recreation Division of the Department of Resource Management is the steward of Solano County's natural and cultural resources.
The Division creates safe environments and showcases the County's facilities in order for visitors to enjoy diverse recreational experiences.
THE POSITION Park Ranger Assistants learn how to use the proper tools to perform routine grounds maintenance work in County park, enforce County Park regulations, learn techniques and procedures to keep parks clean and safe and perform related duties as required.
The ideal candidate will have experience working independently with a proactive approach to working with support staff and the visiting public.
The ideal candidate will possess and practice the following competencies:
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with special skills in effective delivery of enforcement messages and de-escalation Land stewardship practices Friendly and approachable Safety oriented Technology asset uses in park settings The Park Ranger is located in the Parks and Recreation Division of the Resource Management Department.
As a Park Ranger you would operate within a Solano County park, monitoring park grounds and visitors for safety and security, assisting and informing park visitors, protecting the parks' natural resources, and leading Park Ranger Assistants and Departmental Aides.
The approximate salary for Park Ranger is $29.
40 - $35.
70/hour.
The ideal candidate will have experience working independently with a proactive approach to working with support staff and the visiting public.
The ideal candidate will possess and practice the following competencies:
Friendly and approachable Safety oriented Land stewardship practices Problem solving skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with special skills in effective delivery of enforcement messages and de-escalation High occupancy park operations Technology asset uses in park settings Collaborative Spirit with both Internal and External Stakeholders The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Park Ranger Assistant $25.
67 - $31.
20 Hourly Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, AND
Experience:
Six months of experience in grounds keeping, or semi-skilled maintenance work that included considerable contact with the public.
Park Ranger $33.
41 - $40.
61 Hourly Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, AND
Experience:
One year of experience in park operations, grounds keeping, or semi-skilled maintenance work that included considerable contact with the public; OR One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the Solano County class of Park Ranger Assistant.
SELECTION PROCESS 04/15/2024 - Deadline to submit application and supporting documents Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed.
Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses.
Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.
These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system.
Paper copies of applications are not accepted.
All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing deadline.
Previously submitted application materials (i.
e.
copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.
) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:
00 a.
m.
-5:
00 p.
m.
EOE/AA Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to email protected .
Be sure to include the recruitment title (Park Ranger/Park Ranger Assistant) and the recruitment number (24-423070-01) in your email or fax.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.
A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE.
Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score.
Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score.
Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the Selection Process) in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline.
Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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