What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger - F/T position at City of Boca Raton, FL?
Salary : $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Location : Boca Raton, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 03963
Department : Recreation Services - Parks Operations
Division : Park Rangers 62 / 25136
Opening Date : 02 / 04 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 18 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : B
Job Description
Be part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBoca
Schedule
Varied Days and Hours.
Must be available to work a combination of both day and evening shifts each week.
Regular days off will consist of two weekdays.
Weekend and holiday shifts are mandatory.
General Definition of Work :
Performs intermediate park patron service work involving public relations and safe use and enjoyment of District and City parks; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Essential Functions
- Patrols park and recreation areas by mobile unit and / or foot patrol; enforces applicable ordinances.
- Sees that park and recreation areas and facilities are secured as needed.
- Issues parking citations; has vehicles towed within the confines of the City parks.
- Assist in the recovery of lost children and property.
- Monitors security of parked cars.
- Informs and directs park visitors. Provides customer service.
- Anticipates and solves problems. Coordinates efforts with law enforcement, park staff, and other city departments.
- Documents activity on reports.
- Renders CPR and first aid assistance when necessary.
- Corrects and / or reports any condition that involves damage, theft, vandalism, or hazard.
Related Tasks :
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of :
Skilled in :
Ability to :
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications :
Any amount of previous Recreation or Park Services experience
Special Requirements :
Must be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, and Parking Enforcement Certificates within six (6) months of appointment.
May be required to patrol the parks on bicycle and pass a bicycle operations course.
Post Offer Pre-Employment Screening Requirements :
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items :
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY
SEIU Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE : Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE : Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE : 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows :
Continuous years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums) : Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT : Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows :
5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,000 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS : The two pension / retirement options are listed below :
Optional : 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS : 15 per year : 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.
FUNERAL LEAVE : Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION : A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are : Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT : Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE : Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
EAP : Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
What is the highest level of education that you have completed? NOTE : Proof of education is a required condition of employment.
How much experience do you have patrolling a park or similar facility and enforcing policies?
Please briefly summarize any work experience you have in patrolling a park or similar facility and enforcing policies.This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history.NOTE : "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response.If you have no previous experience, please state "N / A"
Have you used tobacco products within the last 12 months from the date of application?
The duties of this position will require you to work independently to ensure the safety park patrons and the security of City facilities. Are you able to meet this requirement?
Do you possess a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment?
This position may require patrolling the parks on a bicycle and pass a bicycle operations course.Are you willing and able to complete these tasks?
The position requires possession of valid CPR, First Aid, and Parking Enforcement Certificates or the ability to acquire the certifications within six (6) months of appointment.Please select all that apply.
To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and / or retirement?
Required Question
Salary : $600 - $1,000
