• Job Description

  Req#: 4366274
  Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development?
  Consider joining the City of San Bernardino's Police Department as a
  Park Ranger Supervisor!
  
  The Park Ranger Supervisor position with the City of San Bernardino is a non-safety position.
  
  
  All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the San Bernardino Police Department.
  
  
  
  The Position:
  Under general direction, plans, coordinates, supervises, and administers the daily operations of Park Ranger Section staff in the Recreation & Park Department; and perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  The Ideal Candidate:
  The ideal candidate is a self-driven leader who possesses vitality and commitment to safety and the community. Proficient in establishing positive working relationships and genuine enthusiasm for outdoor work within San Bernardino's diverse community are essential. Takes initiative and demonstrates problem-solving skills that exceed beyond conventional approaches. Effective communication skills, including the ability to enforce ordinances, park rules, and regulations, are crucial. Additionally, comfort in collaborating with law enforcement and fire officials is required.
  
  Distinguishing Characteristics:
  The Park Ranger Supervisor is the working supervisor level position and is distinguished from the Park Ranger by the assignment of full-scope supervision over Park Rangers and other subordinate personnel, and the responsibility to intervene in the more difficult and complex park ranger issues and exercise discretionary authority to bring matters to resolution Duties for this classification require specialized skills to enforce applicable City ordinances, government codes, and state laws relating to the use of parks and public facilities in the city.
  
  About the City:
  The City of San Bernardino is a community rich in history and cultural diversity. Influences of Native Americans, Mexican settlers, and Spanish missionaries can still be seen throughout the City today. From 1810 to the present, San Bernardino has been recognized for its scenic beauty and strategic location. Today, the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat and is the largest city in the County of San Bernardino with a population of 222,203 . Click here to view the Park Ranger Supervisor job description. Education and Experience:
  High school Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent AND two (2) years of progressively responsible park maintenance, park ranger, public recreation, or law enforcement experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Lead or supervisory experience is desired.
  
  Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
  
  • Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver's license.
  • Possession of CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Possession of Chemical Agents and Basic Baton Course Certifications.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within three (3) months, certification of completion of training course in arrest and firearms (Penal Code 832), which also includes a physical agility test component.
  
  Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is equally required to stand and walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl; safely operate power tools and equipment; drive motorized vehicles; work in heavy traffic conditions, lift up to 40 pounds, and work in an environment with constant interruptions. The employee must be able to hear within the normal audio range, with or without correction. The employee may be required to ride a bicycle for some park patrol functions.
  
  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic colors and shapes, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. See in the normal visual range, with or without correction; vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other printed documents.
  The employee will work in outside weather conditions, is exposed to wet conditions, and street/road traffic. The employee is periodically exposed to loud noise levels and may work in situations that may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, electrical and/or mechanical hazards.
  
  The employee must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, day/night, and swing shift.City Benefits
  The City offers an attractive compensation and benefit package, that includes:
  
  
  • Health Insurance - Eligible to receive a City contribution of $755.00 or $1,724.00 to help offset health, dental and vision premiums. Eligible employees who waive all medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental AD&D benefits will receive an annual "Health Insurance Waiver Stipend" of $3,500.00 every first paycheck of December.
  • Retirement for Current Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are current members of California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 55; highest single year of compensation.
  • Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who are not a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 62; 3 year final compensation. New members will be obligated to pay 50% of the “normal cost” of their retirement benefits as required by State law.
  Application Submission:
  Please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
  
  If you require technical assistance, please contact the governmentjobs.com Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your computer or browser used to submit the application.
  
  Selection Process:
  All applicants must submit clear, concise, and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.
  
  The selection process will consist of one or more of the following:
  • Application Review
  • Physical Agility Test
  • Personal History Statement and Pre-Background Interview Questionnaire Packets
  • Oral Exam
  • Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
  • Employment/Professional Reference Check
  • Pre-employment Physical Medical Exam / Psychological exam
  Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information/instructions via email only.
  
  Accommodation:
  The City of San Bernardino will provide reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Please call 909-384-5104 or email rivera_es@sbcity.org for additional information regarding requests for accommodation.
  
  Pre-Employment Process:
  All positions are subject to the following pre-employment screenings:
  • Pre-employment Medical Exam, including drug test.
  • Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
  • Employment/Professional Reference Check.
  For more information about this position, please contact the
  City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.
  THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
  
  

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