Park Ranger/Naturalist

Salary : $77,373.27 - $93,106.63 Annually

Location : Fremont, CA

Job Type : Full-time, regular

Job Number : 25CS01

Department : Community Services

Division : CS-Park Rangers

Opening Date : 01 / 29 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

The City of Fremont's Community Services Department is recruiting for :

Park Ranger / Naturalist

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The Department

The Community Services Department plays a key role in enhancing the community and ensuring the citizens of Fremont receive excellent customer service through the management of recreation facilities, quality recreation and environmental programs, and park planning.

The Position

The Park Ranger / Naturalist will provide information and assistance to the public, as well as enforce laws, rules, regulations, and the Fremont Municipal Code. The primary focus of the position will be to assist with implementing the initiatives of the Homeless Task Force. Additionally, the incumbent may conduct natural resource protection and environmental education programs.

Application Process

The first review of applications is 12 : 00 p.m. PST., February 14, 2025 . This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Selection Process The process may include oral panel and individual interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, medical evaluation, and other related test components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 17, 2025.

Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing .

Contact Us For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at : .

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Park Ranger / Naturalist Class Specification

Essential Functions

• Works in prescribed uniform and is responsible for general patrol and supervision of Central Park, Lake Elizabeth, recreation facilities and parks throughout Fremont.
• Assists with the development and delivery of environmental education / interpretative programs.
• Initiates and maintains community based relationships with schools and other local organizations in support of interpretive programs and park projects.
• Identifies species and behavior of a variety of native wildlife and plants.
• Assists with developing, planning, and delivering special events with an interpretive focus such as Earth Day.
• Supervises and trains part-time park staff and volunteers as needed.
• Completes minor maintenance work on vehicles, equipment and facilities.
• Provides assistance and acts as a liaison to the public, responding to questions concerning park and recreation facilities, programs, policies, and rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and enforces the Fremont Municipal Code or other rules, regulations and ordinances pertaining to park operations within the City, including the issuance of citations.
• Operates bicycles, motorized boats, patrol vehicles, and two-way radios.
• Operates building alarms and makes security checks of City facilities.
• Dispatches calls for service including receiving and responding to phone calls.
• Investigates, collects evidence, statements and prepares reports in response to complaints, crime, injury accidents, and other park incidents.
• Testifies in administrative hearings and court proceedings.

Marginal Functions

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of : State and local laws related to park operations and management; water and / or small craft safety; citation procedures; park operation practices and procedures including fire control and security systems; and activity instructions.

Skill in : Communicating courteously and intelligently with the public representing a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; being firm yet tactful in stressful situations; keeping accurate records; operating a patrol boat, motor vehicle and two-way radio; instructing or leading the following activities : sailing, fishing, camping, kayaking, and environmental interpretation; swimming to rescue oneself and others from deep water in waterfront and boating operations; carrying out independent work responsibilities; and following written and verbal instructions.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Education / Experience

Equivalent to college level course work in park management, recreation administration, public relations, environmental studies, ecology, supervision, or other related field; and one year of experience in park management or park supervision, related law enforcement, or a related field. A college degree in park management, recreation, or related field may substitute for work experience.

Licenses / Certificates / Special Requirements

Possession of a Class C California driver's license at the time of appointment and satisfactory driving record. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.

A valid certificate in Penal Code Section 832 must be secured and maintained prior to completion of the probationary period. Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during employment, current certificates in Red Cross Standard First Aid and Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalents. Higher level certifications may be submitted in substitution.

Willingness to work a variety of schedule formats.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Rare =

Sitting : Up to Frequent - varies

Walking : Up to Frequent - varies

Standing : Occasional

Bending (neck) : Frequent

Bending (waist) : Occasional

Squatting : Rare

Climbing : Rare

Kneeling : Rare

Crawling : Rare

Jumping : Rare

Balancing : Occasional

Twisting (neck) : Frequent

Twisting (waist) : Rare

Grasp - light (dominant hand) : Frequent

Grasp - light (non-dominant) : Frequent

Grasp - firm (dominant hand) : Rare

Grasp - firm (non-dominant) : Rare

Fine manipulation (dominant) : Occasional

Fine manipulation (non-dominant) : Occasional

Reach - at / below shoulder : Frequent

Reach - above shoulder level : Rare

Push / pull : Up to 10 lbs. Rare

11 to 25 lbs. Rare

26 to 50 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

51 to 75 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

76 to 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

Over 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

Lifting :

Up to 10 lbs. Occasional

11 to 25 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

26 to 50 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

51 to 75 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

76 to 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

Over 100 lbs. Rare - not daily occurrence

Carrying : Up to 10 lbs. Rare

11 to 25 lbs. Rare

26 to 50 lbs. Never

51 to 75 lbs. Never

76 to 100 lbs. Never

Over 100 lbs. Never

Coordination : Eye-hand : Required

Eye-hand-foot : Required

Driving : Required

Vision :

Acuity, near : Required

Acuity, far : Required

Depth perception : Required

Accommodation : Required

Color vision : Required

Field of vision : Required

Talking :

Face-to-face contact : Required

Verbal contact w / others : Required

Public : Required

Hearing :

Normal conversation : Required

Telephone communication : Required

Earplugs required : Not required

Work environment :

Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature / humidity, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, exposure to flames or burning items, works around others, works alone, works with others.

Class Code : 6750

FLSA : Non-exempt

EEOC Code : 4

Barg. Unit : CFEA

Probation : 12 months

Rev. : 11 / 15

The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long / short-term disability insurance.

To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit :

Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

How many years of professional experience do you have performing Park Ranger duties? (i.e. patrol and supervision of park areas; enforcement of rules, regulations, and ordinances pertaining to park operations; provides assistance and act as a liaison to the public, responding to questions concerning park and recreation facilities, programs, policies, and rules and regulations)

How many years of professional experience do you have performing Naturalist duties? (i.e. development and delivery of environmental education / interpretative programs)

What is your highest level of education?

If you answered "Some college" or higher in question 5, what courses have you taken related to the position?

Do you possess a currently valid Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate?

Do you possess a currently valid Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate?

Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

Would you be comfortable interacting and engaging with the unhoused population making use of park facilities?

Describe any experience working with unhoused populations, including homeless response strategies and mitigation efforts, such as enforcement and trash removal. Please keep your response to 500 words or less.

Describe any paid or volunteer experience supervising the work of a crew. Please keep your response to 500 words or less.

Describe any experience participating in the development or implementation of plans to preserve environmental resources and or protecting the environment. Please keep your response to 500 words or less.

Describe any experience with crisis intervention and de-escalation, guidance and encouragement, and connecting community members needing assistance with service providers. Please keep your response to 500 words or less.

Describe any experience with enforcement of rules, regulations, policy or codes. Please keep your response to 500 words or less.

Required Question

Salary : $77,373 - $93,107