Manager of Park Ranger Operations

Salary : $138,490.56 - $168,344.80 Annually

Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-B6K-A

Department : Parks & Recreation

Division : Administration

Opening Date : 12 / 30 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : 92

Description

Under administrative direction, to plan, develop, manage and evaluate programs and projects which provide for the ranger operations of the County Regional Park System and to assist the public in the use of County park and recreation facilities and resources.

The Manager of Park Ranger Operations is responsible for the operations of all 28 Santa Clara County regional parks. The Manager of Park Ranger Operations works in collaboration with the Manager of Park Maintenance Services and other Parks personnel to ensure the Department meets the regional recreation, trail, and natural area needs of the public to achieve the vision of the parks system, through excellent customer service, high standards, budget acumen, employee recruitment and selection, data analysis, and the use of leveraged resources.

In order to qualify for the Manager of Park Ranger Operations position, applicants MUST possess a current California Penal Code Section 832 Powers of Arrest Certificate at the time of application, and a copy of the certification must be attached to the electronic application. A letter from a certified swim instructor issued within the last 12 months, verifying the ability to swim one hundred (100) yards within five (5) minutes must be attached to the application as well.

Typical Tasks

• Develops, recommends, evaluates and modifies plans, procedures and policies for the administration, management and operation of the Operations Division of the County Regional Park system;
• Reviews recommendations for personnel resource needs and the allocation of staff required to reach unit objects;
• Prepares and presents annual budget recommendations for the Operations Division;
• Monitors, evaluates and resolves issues and concerns of public safety and customer service within the Park System;
• Reviews incident reports, requests for grounds and facilities modifications;
• May perform a specialized staff assignment in areas such as public relations, park administration, recreation services and resource management;
• May assign, supervise and participate in the work of subordinate classes of Park Ranger and other personnel assigned to the park unit, such as : patrol of a park or recreational area; greeting and directing of park visitors; and interpreting the natural and historical features of a park area;
• May conduct formal and informal training of Park Rangers in such areas as : educational and interpretive programs; first aid techniques; departmental practices, policies and procedures;
• Provides assistance in emergency situations at their unit(s) or at all park locations;
• Prepares staff reports;
• Issues warnings and citations under appropriate laws or ordinances;
• May make court appearances;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Possession of a four (4) year bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Environmental Resources, Natural Resources, Park Management, Recreation Management, or a closely related field.

Two (2) years as a Park Ranger Supervisor.

Possession of a two (2) year college degree from an accredited college.

Four (4) years of experience in the management, operation or protection of a park, forest, public recreational, or historical area two (2) of which should be as a Park Ranger Supervisor.

Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment, and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver's permit upon

Certificates :

Special Requirements

Eligibility for appointment as a peace officer as provided in Sections 1029, 1030, and 1031 of the California Government Code. This requires that candidates :

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Please include the name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and hours worked per week for questions asking about work experience.

Do you understand these requirements?

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

What was your college major area of study?

If you indicated "other related field" in the above question, please list your major field of study. If not applicable, type "N / A."

How many years of experience do you possess equivalent to a Park Ranger Supervisor?

Describe your experience as a Park Ranger Supervisor. Be detailed and specific, and include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N / A."

How many years of experience do you possess in the management, operation or protection of a park, forest, public recreational area, or historical area?

Describe your experience in the management, operation or protection of a park, forest, public recreational area, or historical area. Include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N / A."

This position requires that you possess a current California Penal Code Section 832 Powers of Arrest Certificate. Do you have a PC832 Certificate? If yes, you must attach the PC832 Certificate to your electronic application.

This position requires the ability to swim one hundred (100) yards within five (5) minutes and you must possess a verification letter from a certified swim instructor issued within the last twelve (12) months. Do you understand this requirement, and have you attached the swim verification letter.

How many years of experience do you possess planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others, including staff, volunteers and / or interns?

Describe your experience planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others, including staff, volunteers, and / or interns. Include employer name(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties performed. If none, indicate "N / A."

This position requires willingness to work odd and irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. If hired, are you willing to work these hours?

This position requires wearing and maintaining a department uniform. If hired, are you willing to wear and maintain a department uniform?

How did you find out about this job?

If you selected "Other" in the question above, please let us know which career fair you attended.

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Salary : $138,491 - $168,345