Part Time Park Ranger

The City of Anaheim Community Services Department is seeking to hire Part Time Park Rangers. Under moderate supervision, this position will patrol 65 municipal parks, conduct restroom checks, lock restrooms, secure gates, educate the public on rules and polices and submit reports. Park Rangers act as liaisons between the City of Anaheim and other internal and external departments. Candidates are expected to be able to multitask, problem solve, and have strong verbal and written communication skills. This is a part-time year round position of approximately 14-20 hours per week; however, no minimum number of hours is guaranteed. Shifts will include second shift (4:00 pm-12:00 am) and weekends. 30 hours of availability is required, which shall include availability of weekday (Mon-Fri) second shifts and weekend shifts. All Rangers must be available to work at least one (1) weekend shift (Sat-Sun) and two (2) weekday second shifts (Mon-Fri). Bilingual Spanish speaking applicants are highly desirable.

Park Ranger Program Hours:

Weekday Park Ranger program hours of operation are:

Monday through Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 midnight.

First shift 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and second shift 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight.

Weekend Park Ranger program hours of operation are:

Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 12:00 midnight.

First shift 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and second shift 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight.

Experience:
 

• Experience driving small utility trucks, in addition to various terrain in all weather conditions, including city streets with highly populated neighborhoods, grass, dirt, decomposed granite, and permeable asphalt paths.    
• Prior experience involving heavy public contact is required; additional experience in compliance or security desirable.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Ability to:
 

• Interpret and apply relevant regulations, policies, ordinances and procedures.    
• Maintain attendance and observe scheduled work hours.    
• Safely follow directions; take appropriate courses of action in emergencies.    
• Exercise tact, self-restraint, and good judgment in stressful encounters and situations. 
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.    
• Anticipate and solve problems.    
• Write log entries, reports, messages; complete forms and records; maintain records and files on work performed.    
• Memorize and use transmitted radio codes.    
• Operate mechanical and electronic equipment, tablets and related office equipment.  
• Operate a motor vehicle.    
• Perform minor maintenance, set up/break down of equipment, barricades, traffic cones, or similar objects.    
• Maintain AED, First Aid, an CPR certifications.    
• Provide information and resources to patrons.    
• Understand and interpret written and oral instructions.    
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and establish cooperative working relationships with City staff and public.

Knowledge of:
 

• General principles and practices of park patrol and security, City of Anaheim and Community Services policies and procedures, regulations, codes and ordinances as they relate to park usage; and safe work practices.

License/Certification Required:
 

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment.    
• The ability to obtain a Defensive Driver's Training Certificate within one (1) month of employment and maintain current verification.    
• The ability to obtain an AED, CPR, and First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain current certification.

Note: Possession of a current (less than two years) tuberculosis clearance slip by date of appointment. Fingerprinting at the time of hire is a state-mandated requirement for all employees having direct contact with minors.    

This is a part time position usually averaging 14-20 hours per week.  A minimum number of hours is not guaranteed. 

 IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION  

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 5:00PM.  Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.  

 The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview. 

 The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. 

 Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position.  Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.  Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.   

 The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).  The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. 

 Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application.  Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.  

Equal Opportunity Employer