Watershed Ranger III- Department of Public Works

Job Summary

A Watershed Ranger III enforces criminal, civil, natural resource protocols, laws, rules and regulations and conducts natural resource conservation activities at and in the vicinity of the Baltimore City watersheds. The position involves leading watershed ranger staff but does not carry full supervisory duties. Employees receive general supervision from a technical superior and work an assigned shift to provide 24‑hour 7‑day coverage, subject to call‑back for emergencies.

Work is primarily conducted outdoors in all weather conditions and requires moderate physical activity, walking, standing, and occasional strenuous exertion when apprehending or arresting persons engaged in illegal activity.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in park administration, park management, natural, environmental or biological sciences or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Four years of natural resources conservation activities or law enforcement experience.
• Equivalency:
  One year of experience in park administration, park management, natural, environmental or biological sciences, or in enforcing park rules, may substitute for each year of the university requirement.
• Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:
  Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent license; eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. Provisional driver’s license or learner permit is not acceptable. A copy of the valid driver’s license must be uploaded with the application.

• Knowledge of criminal, civil and traffic laws of Maryland as they pertain to watershed and reservoir properties and natural resources.
• Knowledge of natural resources conservation principles and methods related to the watershed.
• Knowledge of forestry, fisheries and wildlife management practices.
• Knowledge of survey, inspection and investigative techniques, including securing evidence from contamination and protecting crime scenes.
• Knowledge of varying degrees of use of force and proper use, care and maintenance of firearms.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment quickly and in stressful situations.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and enforce criminal, civil and traffic laws and agency policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to assign and review the work of others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people and agencies, including the public, law enforcement and municipal authorities.
• Ability to evaluate problems in enforcement and natural resource conservation and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to train and guide others in natural resource conservation and law enforcement.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to write accurate and complete forms and reports.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles and marine vessels safely and effectively.

Background Check:
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint. Probation:
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six‑month probation period. Eligibility:
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly.