8208-Park Patrol Officer

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Park Patrol Officer

Job Code: 8208

INTRODUCTION

Under general 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; and performs related duties as required.

Requires responsibility for: following published general orders and established procedures in carrying out patrol assignments; making contacts with the general public in connection with the enforcement of Park codes, Health and Safety codes, Municipal police codes and other applicable laws and regulations; preparing and completing departmental routine reports on daily patrol activities.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 8208 Park Patrol Officer is the entry-level class of the series that is responsible for providing public safety, park information and protecting properties of the Recreation and Park Department. This class is distinguished from the 8210 Head Park Patrol Officer in that the higher level performs more complex work duties and supervises subordinates.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

MAJOR, 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 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.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGES, 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 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.

1. One (1) year of verifiable work experience as a police officer, member of a military police unit, park ranger, or other similar work; AND

2. Possession of a current California Penal Code Section 832 Powers of Arrest Certificate OR Successful completion of a basic P.O.S.T. Academy; AND

3. Possession of a valid driver�s license.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

Requires possession of a valid driver's license.

PROMOTIVE LINES

To: 8210 Head Park Patrol Officer

ORIGINATION DATE: 5/15/78

AMENDED DATE: 1/10/08, 6/23/14

REASON FOR AMENDMENT: To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities defined in the most recent job analysis conducted for this job code.

BUSINESS UNIT(S): COMMN SFCCD SFMTA SFUSD

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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