What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger position at City of Rapid City?
At the City of Rapid City Parks and Recreation Department, we are committed to making Rapid City a better place to live, work, and play. We beautify, operate, and maintain our vibrant parks, scenic trails, and welcoming recreation facilities, while offering engaging, year-round programs for all ages. We're also stewards of the City’s urban forest and are dedicated to preserving our community's natural beauty.
Please visit the Parks and Recreation Department for additional information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacationand sick leave.We are currently seeking a Park Ranger to join our dedicated team. As a Park Ranger, you will patrol City parks and recreation areas, ensuring the safety of patrons and staff while protecting public property. You'll enforce City ordinances, assist in emergencies, and serve as a welcoming presence in our parks and recreational spaces.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, enjoyable environment for everyone who visits our parks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Conducts regular patrols of assigned premises while presenting a courteous and professional public image.
- Responds to alarms, emergencies, and incidents and take appropriate actions as necessary, including contacting law enforcement or other relevant agencies.
- Performs basic first aid as needed.
- Enforces City security policies and procedures.
- Maintains communication using radios and radio procedures.
- Provides security and traffic control during special events and activities, as directed.
- Explains and interprets rules and other applicable regulations to citizens of the City’s Park and Recreation facilities.
- Reports and documents security incidents, suspicious activities, and safety hazards.
- De-escalates situations, as needed, protecting City property and its patrons.
- Assists with emergency evacuations and drills.
- Maintains and ensures the functionality of any applicable security equipment.
We know your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum requirements.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- 3 years of experience in security operations or related fields is required.
- A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days from the date of hire.
- Must possess or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 6 months or an acceptable time amount of time as determined by the hiring authority.
- Possess or obtain a Security License issued by the Rapid City Police Department within 6 months or an acceptable amount of time as determined by the hiring authority and must complete continued education as required by position needs.
Other Skills/Abilities:
To be successful, applicants should also possess the following
- Knowledge of law enforcement, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to public use of parks and facilities.
- First aid and/or CPR experience.
- Ability to de-escalate situations and exercise good judgment in stressful or emergency situations.
- Operate computers, related software, or equipment to carry out assigned work duties.
- Maintain effective communication and working relationships with the public and other employees
Join our team and help protect and enhance the parks and spaces that make Rapid City an exceptional place to live.
Salary : $25
