State Park Peace Officer; Ranger

Position: STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER)
Job Description and Duties

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER/LIFEGUARD) - STATEWIDE RECRUITMENT

This is a Peace Officer Position. To be eligible, you must be an external candidate and meet the minimum qualifications established by the Department of Human Resources AND either be currently eligible or eligible for reinstatement as a PC 830.2, California State Peace Officer.

Positions are available in multiple counties.

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER(PC 830.2 - Full statewide peace officer powers, on- and off-duty)

Incumbents patrol state park lands and waters by vehicle, vessel, horse, or foot; enforce park regulations, state laws, and applicable codes; issue citations; conduct investigations; and effect physical arrests for infractions, misdemeanors, felonies, and warrants.

Officers respond to emergencies, direct critical incidents, perform search-and-rescue operations, provide emergency medical care, assist in wildland/structural fire suppression, and perform traffic control and dispatching as needed.

Specialized assignments may include cliff/technical rescue, ski patrol, public safety diving, surf/swiftwater/flat-water rescue, mounted patrol, off-road vehicle/motorcycle enforcement, or K-9 handler.

Officers are armed with firearms, baton, OC spray, ECD, and restraints; maintain POST firearms and defensive tactics qualifications; and meet ongoing physical fitness and training standards in high-risk, physically demanding environments.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER)

* STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (LIFEGUARD)

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-492896

Position #(s):

-XXX

Working Title:

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER/LIFEGUARD) External Candidates

Classification:

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER)

$6,339.00 - $8,802.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (LIFEGUARD)

$6,339.00 - $8,802.00 B

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

* The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

* The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the

Minimum Requirements section).

* The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST - Basic, Intermediate, Advanced License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Special requirements:

The position(s), require(s) - Background investigation to be conducted prior to being hired

The position(s), require(s) - Voice Stress Analysis to be conducted prior to being hired

The position(s), require(s) - Medical clearance to be conducted prior to being hired

The position(s), require(s) - Psychological evaluation to be conducted prior to being hired

The position(s), require(s) - a Drug screening be passed prior to being hired

Felonies - No felony conviction

Additional requirements for the State Park Peace Officer (Lifeguard) classification:

* Six months of experience performing the duties of a lifeguard in other than swimming pools

* Swimming ability sufficient to perform lifesaving activities

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:
Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority;…