Gross Reservoir Seasonal Ranger

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Gross Reservoir Hourly Seasonal Ranger performs public safety and enforces county resolutions in a highly visited recreational area known as the Gross Reservoir Management Area (GRRA). Works in a uniformed, unarmed capacity within the Operations Division of the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office. Patrols the GRRA by foot, boat, ATV, bike and vehicle. Contacts citizens and may educate, issue warnings, or citations for county ordinance violations. Provides initial emergency response to calls for service within the GRRA. Initiates and completes reports that document violations, incidents, or other calls for service. He/she may need to perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Commander, Division Chief, Undersheriff, or Sheriff.  Our policies and practices reflect our dedication to providing the very best in public service to the visitors and citizens of Boulder County.

Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application be sure to include all relevant education and experience, as applications are screened based on the qualifications listed in this position announcement. Applications that do not appear to meet minimum qualifications, as outlined below, will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications.

Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team.

1.    Works a flexible schedule from approximately March 25th through November 29th (dates dependent on funding). 
2.    Works holidays, weekends, and special events. 
3.    Works in a recreational environment with a high degree of public contact. 
4.    Develops a working knowledge of the GRRA. 
5.    Patrols by foot, boat, ATV, bicycle, and vehicle to provide public assistance, encourage public safety, and public education. 
6.    Responds to emergency calls and renders aid. 
7.    Enforces Boulder County Ordinances within the GRRA. 
8.    Performs medical services to the level trained. 
9.    Recognizes situations requiring assistance from a Deputy Sheriff and makes the request in a timely manner. 
10.    Assists boaters, and other GRRA users who are in need of assistance. 
11.    Demonstrates proficiency in four-wheel drive vehicle, boat, bicycle, and ATV operations. 
12.    Takes responsibility for the cleanliness of Denver Water, and County vehicles and equipment. 
13.    Must be competent in basic first aid, and CPR.
14.    Must be able to operate a multi-channel police radio. 
15.    Must maintain good physical condition. 
16.    Represents the Sheriff’s Office in a highly visible position.

U.S. Citizen, 21 years of age. High School Diploma or equivalent. College or additional education is preferred. Successfully pass a complete and thorough application and background investigation, drug screening test, and polygraph examination. Possess a current basic first aid and CPR certificate or be able to successfully complete a basic first aid and CPR course. The Seasonal Ranger should be able to articulate case facts in a succinct and clear fashion. Good verbal and written communication skills should be considered a priority. The Seasonal Ranger must be willing to demonstrate a decisive and independent attitude during efforts to initiate public contact and issue warnings or citations. This attitude should be tempered with acknowledgement of facts, behavior, and evidence at hand. The Seasonal Ranger must work within the accepted parameters of approved police practices, withstand the stresses of confrontation, and express an active interest in the performance of the duties as noted.

Activity, Skills, and Abilities:

Must have the ability to perceive, soundly reason, and correctly judge situations, occurrences and circumstances.

Must have good communication skills and be able to express them clearly and precisely, orally, and in writing.

Must have a proper degree of stress-tolerance, including stability and ability to perform under pressure.

Must have the personality traits conducive to working with superiors, peers, subordinates, and members of the public from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

Must posses the following personality traits:  Maturity, honesty, integrity, adaptability, sensitivity, compassion, common sense, good self-esteem, patience, wisdom, reliability, self-discipline, pride in work, dedication to public service, and problem-solving skills.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

1. Vision - Dual vision is required. 20/20 minimum, natural or corrected, in both eyes and have minimum peripheral vision of 700 in both eyes. Constantly uses vision (day and night) to observe criminal and non-criminal activity as well as to drive motor vehicles. Constantly uses visual acuity to distinguish objects such as license plates and people at long distances. Constantly is required to differentiate and distinguish colors, shapes, distances, and sizes of objects, people, and animals. Frequently uses peripheral vision to observe and monitor multiple persons and activity. 
2. Hearing - Dual hearing is required. When tested by use of an audiometric device, does not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz with or without a hearing aid when the audiometric device is calibrated to American National Standard. Constantly uses hearing to detect sounds of criminal and non-criminal behavior. Constantly uses hearing to distinguish sources and content of a wide variety of sounds. Constantly uses hearing to monitor and use a police radio, radiotelephone and standard telephone to communicate with the dispatch center, other officers and the public. Occasionally must be able to hear and understand a whispered voice from a distance of twenty feet. Occasionally must hear people verbally calling/yelling for assistance from a distance of one hundred feet. 

3. Sense of Smell - Intact. Occasionally uses the olfactory sense to detect illegal use of drugs or chemicals. Occasionally uses the olfactory sense to detect and evaluate the presence of toxic or offensive vapors, smoke and fuels. 

4. Speech - Must be able to speak and understand the English language. Constantly uses voice to communicate with other persons and dictate reports. Frequently verbally directs suspects, animals, and citizens what to do using a louder than normal speaking voice. 

5. Body Movement 
a. Back and Upper Body - Frequently lift from the ground to waist items weighing fifty pounds or more. Occasionally carry items weighing fifty pounds or more over fifty feet. 
b. Hands and Arms - Frequently grasps, holds and restrains persons, animals. Frequently types on a keyboard and writes using writing tools such as pens, pencils and markers. Occasionally uses shovel, axe, and handsaw. Occasionally must block punches with arms and hands, strike with fists, and wrestle using handholds, arm holds, and body holds. Occasionally must use personal defense weapons such as a straight baton and pepper mace. 
b. Legs and Lower Body - Constantly enters and exits vehicles, bicycles, ATV’s and boats in less than ten seconds. Occasionally must operate a vehicle with a manual transmission (clutch and gearshift). Frequently climbs hills and mountains. Frequently climbs stairs at a rate of one flight per ten seconds. Occasionally runs for short distances, while responding to calls. Occasionally climbs fences, walls, and ladders. Frequently walks in all types of weather and ground conditions. Occasionally stands for long periods of time in all types of weather conditions. Occasionally works in unusual positions, i.e., kneeling, crawling, lying down, sitting down, etc., for long periods of time.

An application must be completed for each position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application. Applications must be submitted online at www.bouldercounty.org. Please note that all new employees and rehires are required to provide documentary proof of their eligibility for employment. Boulder County is a public employer; therefore, all applications are public information.

For deaf and hard of hearing assistance, please call Relay Colorado at 1-800-659-2656.

Boulder County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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