8208-Park Ranger

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Park Ranger

Job Code: 8208

DEFINITION

Under immediate supervision, patrols assigned areas on foot, by bicycle, truck, and patrol car in connection with preventing damage, destruction or theft to park and recreation grounds and facilities.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

8208 Park Ranger is distinguished from the 8210 Head Park Ranger in that the latter supervises subordinates.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Inspects buildings to assure they are properly secured; checks equipment to see that fire hazards are not present; checks the area for vandalism; checks and secures/locks rest rooms and other properties at night and unlocks for daytime use; reports any problems that need corrections through electronic work order system; maintains the security of the buildings/facilities; punches clocks at various locations in area assigned.

2. Removes road obstructions, lifts and places barricades (20 or more) at road closures as required; Prevents improper or prohibited use of recreational facilities and equipment by park users.

3. Assists the public as an informational officer for directions around the park system and for park events information.

4. Acts as a public officer, apprehends or cites persons engaged in acts of vandalism, theft and other criminal activity in accordance with Park codes, Health and Safety codes, Municipal police codes and other applicable laws and regulations and turns subjects over to police department and reports such actions to the police department, when necessary.

5. Writes reports when arrests are effected as a result of criminal actions.

6. Coordinates response on wildlife issues such as rescue, protection and preservation of park wildlife with appropriate agencies; enforces the existing dog, bird and wildlife policies.

7. Enforces parking regulations by writing parking citations for vehicles illegally parked on Recreation and Park Department property.

8. Enforces park code by writing citations for violations of the Park code, such as the use of the park for special events without a valid use permit. Confirms that event organizers have valid use permits.

9. Enforces field closures when weather or other conditions are not suitable for the use of the fields or other park areas.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: park areas, facilities and locations operated by the recreation and park department; departmental regulations governing use of park and recreation facilities; and operating electronic equipment.

Ability and Skill to: carry out written and oral instructions; act quickly in emergencies; follow patrol procedure and observe any suspicious activity and violation of park misuse; prepare simple operational reports; stand and walk for a long period of time (8 hours or more); lift heavy objects (up to 45 lbs.); and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Experience: One (1) year of work experience as a police officer, member of a military police unit, park ranger, security officer/guard, or a similar position which actively protects life and property or issues citations and performs code enforcement (i.e., park, vehicle and/or penal code).

License and Certification:

Must obtain California Penal Code Section 832 Powers of Arrest Certification within 6 months of employment.

Possession of a valid driver license.

Substitution:

Successful completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy may substitute for the required experience.

Possession of thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Special Requirements:

This classification requires considerable walking and standing, exposure to physical injury and other danger inherent in security work. Employees will be required to work any shift, weekends and holidays and be required to wear a uniform.

PROMOTIVE LINES

To: 8210 Head Park Ranger

ORIGINATION DATE: 5/15/78

AMENDED DATE: 1/10/08, 6/23/14, 10/13/17; 06/07/18

REASON FOR AMENDMENT To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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