Park Ranger/Naturalist

City of Fremont, CA
Fremont, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 30, 2025
  • Salary: $77,373.27 - $93,106.63 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Forestry
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Job Description

    Description

    The City of Fremont's Community Services Department is recruiting for:

    Park Ranger/Naturalist




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    The Department

    The Community Services Department plays a key role in enhancing the community and ensuring the citizens of Fremont receive excellent customer service through the management of recreation facilities, quality recreation and environmental programs, and park planning.

    The Position

    The Park Ranger/Naturalist will provide information and assistance to the public, as well as enforce laws, rules, regulations, and the Fremont Municipal Code. The primary focus of the position will be to assist with implementing the initiatives of the Homeless Task Force. Additionally, the incumbent may conduct natural resource protection and environmental education programs.

    Application Process

    The first review of applications is 12:00 p.m. PST., February 14, 2025. This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

    To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

    Selection Process
    The process may include oral panel and individual interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, medical evaluation, and other related test components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

    Oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 17, 2025.

    Reasonable Accommodation
    Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov .

    Contact Us
    For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov .

    The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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    Park Ranger/Naturalist Class Specification

    Essential Functions

    • Works in prescribed uniform and is responsible for general patrol and supervision of Central Park, Lake Elizabeth, recreation facilities and parks throughout Fremont.

    • Assists with the development and delivery of environmental education/interpretative programs.

    • Initiates and maintains community based relationships with schools and other local organizations in support of interpretive programs and park projects.

    • Identifies species and behavior of a variety of native wildlife and plants.

    • Assists with developing, planning, and delivering special events with an interpretive focus such as Earth Day.

    • Supervises and trains part-time park staff and volunteers as needed.

    • Completes minor maintenance work on vehicles, equipment and facilities.

    • Provides assistance and acts as a liaison to the public, responding to questions concerning park and recreation facilities, programs, policies, and rules and regulations.

    • Demonstrates knowledge of and enforces the Fremont Municipal Code or other rules, regulations and ordinances pertaining to park operations within the City, including the issuance of citations.

    • Operates bicycles, motorized boats, patrol vehicles, and two-way radios.

    • Operates building alarms and makes security checks of City facilities.

    • Dispatches calls for service including receiving and responding to phone calls.

    • Investigates, collects evidence, statements and prepares reports in response to complaints, crime, injury accidents, and other park incidents.

    • Testifies in administrative hearings and court proceedings.

    Marginal Functions

    • Other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Knowledge of: State and local laws related to park operations and management; water and/or small craft safety; citation procedures; park operation practices and procedures including fire control and security systems; and activity instructions.

    Skill in: Communicating courteously and intelligently with the public representing a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; being firm yet tactful in stressful situations; keeping accurate records; operating a patrol boat, motor vehicle and two-way radio; instructing or leading the following activities: sailing, fishing, camping, kayaking, and environmental interpretation; swimming to rescue oneself and others from deep water in waterfront and boating operations; carrying out independent work responsibilities; and following written and verbal instructions.

    Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

    Education/Experience

    Equivalent to college level course work in park management, recreation administration, public relations, environmental studies, ecology, supervision, or other related field; and one year of experience in park management or park supervision, related law enforcement, or a related field. A college degree in park management, recreation, or related field may substitute for work experience.

    Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements

    Possession of a Class C California driver's license at the time of appointment and satisfactory driving record. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.

    A valid certificate in Penal Code Section 832 must be secured and maintained prior to completion of the probationary period. Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during employment, current certificates in Red Cross Standard First Aid and Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalents. Higher level certifications may be submitted in substitution.

    Willingness to work a variety of schedule formats.

    Physical and Environmental Demands

    Rare = 66%

    Sitting: Up to Frequent - varies

    Walking: Up to Frequent - varies

    Standing: Occasional

    Bending (neck): Frequent

    Bending (waist): Occasional

    Squatting: Rare

    Climbing: Rare

    Kneeling: Rare

    Crawling: Rare

    Jumping: Rare

    Balancing: Occasional

    Twisting (neck): Frequent

    Twisting (waist): Rare

    Grasp - light (dominant hand): Frequent

    Grasp - light (non-dominant): Frequent

    Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare

    Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare

    Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional

    Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional

    Reach - at/below shoulder: Frequent

    Reach - above shoulder level: Rare

    Push/pull:

    Up to 10 lbs. Rare

    11 to 25 lbs. Rare

    26 to 50 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    51 to 75 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    76 to 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    Over 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    Lifting:

    Up to 10 lbs. Occasional

    11 to 25 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    26 to 50 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    51 to 75 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    76 to 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    Over 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

    Carrying:

    Up to 10 lbs. Rare

    11 to 25 lbs. Rare

    26 to 50 lbs. Never

    51 to 75 lbs. Never

    76 to 100 lbs. Never

    Over 100 lbs. Never

    Coordination:

    Eye-hand: Required

    Eye-hand-foot: Required

    Driving: Required

    Vision:

    Acuity, near: Required

    Acuity, far: Required

    Depth perception: Required

    Accommodation: Required

    Color vision: Required

    Field of vision: Required

    Talking:

    Face-to-face contact: Required

    Verbal contact w/others: Required

    Public: Required

    Hearing:

    Normal conversation: Required

    Telephone communication: Required

    Earplugs required: Not required

    Work environment:
    Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature/humidity, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, exposure to flames or burning items, works around others, works alone, works with others.

    Class Code: 6750

    FLSA: Non-exempt

    EEOC Code: 4
    Barg. Unit: CFEA
    Probation: 12 months
    Rev.: 11/15

    The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance.

    To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit:City of Fremont Benefits Summary

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Fremont, CA
    • City of Fremont, CA

    The Community

    Centrally located and serving as the eastern anchor of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, the City of Fremont prides itself on being a vibrant and strategically urban community. Fremont is an ethnically and culturally diverse city of approximately 235,439 people with an area of 92 square miles, making it the fourth most populous city in the San Francisco Bay Area and the 15th largest City in California.

     

    Originally an agricultural area comprised of five small towns, Fremont has developed into a technological and advanced manufacturing power base that captures metropolitan living at its best. Fremont boasts over 42 million square feet of office, R&D, manufacturing, and warehouse building space. It is home to over 1,200 innovative high tech, life science, and clean technology firms including Tesla Motors, Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Facebook, among many others. The City’s Innovation District is known as the hottest new address for start-ups. Over the last two years, companies in Fremont received more than $400 million in venture funding according to PitchBook Data.

     

    Fremont residents enjoy a moderate climate, high rates of home ownership and educational achievement, a nationally recognized and highly rated public school system, and low crime and unemployment rates. With so much to offer, it’s no surprise that Fremont is frequently recognized as an ideal place to live and work.

     

    The Organization

    The City of Fremont is a full-service general law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government that combines the civic leadership of elected officials with the managerial experience of an appointed City Manager. Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in a seven-member city council. Six Councilmembers are elected on a by-district basis, with the Mayor separately elected to a four-year term by a citywide vote.

     

    The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager is responsible for implementing City Council policy and administering the day-to-day operations and affairs of the City in a businesslike and prudent manner. The City Attorney serves as chief legal advisor to the City, providing transactional and litigation services to the City, as represented by the City Council, City advisory bodies, and City departments.

     

    The City of Fremont is an organization of approximately 995 full-time dedicated employees and supported by a FY 2022-23 General Fund budget of $249.3 million. City operations are organized into the following departments: City Manager’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, Community Development, Community Services, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Human Services, Information Technology Services, Police, and Public Works.

     

     

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