Park Ranger - Shift

Salary : $5,487.78 - $6,558.39 Monthly

Location : Kern County, CA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : 9592

Department : SHERIFF

Opening Date : 12 / 16 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Position Information

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE :

• Written Exam : qualified candidates will be notified five days prior to the examination
• Physical Agility Exam : qualified candidates will be notified five days prior to the examination

Written Exam (Weight 100%) : May include knowledge of handling both water and land patrol vehicles; operation of law enforcement and safety equipment; safety and general law enforcement practices; courtroom procedures for testimony; general supervision techniques; collecting, receipting and accounting for money.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Employment Standards :

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, and must possess P.O.S.T certified certificates for PC 832 'Arrest, Search and Seizure', 'Arrest & Firearms.' Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License, at time of appointment, Standard First Aid and CPR Certificates. In accordance with Government Code Section 1031 to be appointed as a peace officer in California, incumbents must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Applicants must attach a copy of their PC 832 'Arrest, Search and Seizure', 'Arrest & Firearms certificates to their application If you are unable to attach your certificates to your application, you may e-mail them to Tiffany Nacke at

Physical and Psychological Requirements : Applicants must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.

Physical Exam : Passing of a rigid medical exam by a County physician is required.

Vision : 20 / 100 uncorrected in each eye, correctable to 20 / 20. No color deficiency or permanent / progressive eye abnormalities.

Hearing : No hearing deficiency.

Character : Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness and be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Felony law violations will be disqualifying, and except for a limited number of minor traffic offenses, misdemeanor offenses may also be disqualifying. Appointees will be fingerprinted and required to pass an extensive background investigation prior to appointment.

Psychological Examination : Emotional and mental conditions shall be evaluated by a psychologist that meets the applicable education and training requirements as set forth by the Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training. Evaluation is designed for the conduct of pre-employment psychological screening of peace officers.

Full Job Description : Park Ranger

About Kern County

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Additional Information

KERN COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION

Park Ranger Applicant Physical Ability Test

Purpose of the test :

The Physical Ability Test has been designed to simulate physical skills necessary for field service as a Park Ranger.

Wearing Apparel :

Clothing should be worn which will allow you the greatest freedom of movement, yet provide protection against abrasions, especially to the legs. Barefoot candidates or those wearing other than standard athletic shoes will not be permitted to take the test. Rest rooms will be available for changing for the swimming portion of the examination. Do not bring valuables to the test location. Spectators (friends, relatives, etc.) will not be allowed.

Physical Condition :

Persons who are not in good physical condition should not participate in the test. You will be required to sign a Waiver of Civil Liability which releases the County of Kern and the Kern County Sheriff's Office from liability for any injury which might result from your participation in the Physical Ability Test.

Composition of the Test :

The test consists of three separate stations (events) which are described below. Successful completion of each station is required.

Failure to successfully complete a required station will fail you for the entire test. If you fail a station on the first attempt, you will be given a second opportunity to complete that station. The second opportunity will take place on the same date. Failure to successfully complete a station on the second attempt will fail you for the entire Physical Ability test.

Station I - Obstacle Run :

You will be required to complete the obstacle run, which consists of the following :

3 foot vault

Maximum time allowance : 56 seconds.

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Station II - Weight Drag :

You will be required to drag a victim simulator a distance of approximately 30 feet. The simulator will weigh approximately 160 pounds. Maximum time allowance : 12 seconds.

Station III - Water Course :

You will be required to dive into water and swim three (3), twenty-five (25) yard laps for a total of approximately seventy-five (75) yards.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which permanent appointments will be made at the Kern County Sheriff's Office. Permanent appointments will be made as needed in geographic area throughout Kern County. Candidates are encouraged to indicate, on their application, ALL acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment .

Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our

This position works within the Kern County Sheriff's Office. For more information about the department, please view their website here

Kern County Sheriff's Office will seek and retain qualified individuals who maintain a high moral character, are ethical in all facets of life, and are trustworthy and professional when serving our community. To learn more about the 7 pillars of the ideal candidate please click here .

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision) : Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.

This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.

Note : Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows :

EAP is available to help you take control of your life!

Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases : Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days (per calendar year)

I understand to qualify for this position that I must submit a copy of my P.O.S.T. certified certificates for PC 832 'Arrest, Search and Seizure', 'Arrest & Firearms.' with my application (failure to attach a copy of P.O.S.T. Certificates will result in rejection of this application).

I will be at least 20.5 years of age by the final filing date; must be 21 years of age or more upon appointment to Park Ranger.

Once I receive my background packet, I will provide the following documents :

Birth Certificate

Social Security Card

Proof of legal right to work (In accordance with Government Code Section 1031 to be appointed as a peace officer in California, incumbents must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law).

Proof of Select Service Registration

DD214 (If applicable)

Military Records Request Form (If applicable)

Drivers License

Proof of Auto Insurance

Marriage Certificates (If applicable)

Marriage Dissolution (If applicable)

Name change documents (If applicable)

High School transcripts

College transcripts (if applicable)

Have you ever been convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation?

Please Note : You are not required to disclose convictions of Marijuana-related offenses per Labor Code 432.8; if those convictions are more than two years old. If you are not required to disclose a conviction, you may answer "NO" to the question above.

The fact that a conviction has been relieved or expunged does not necessarily relieve you of the obligation to disclose that conviction. (For instance, you are legally required to list all convictions relieved under Penal Code Section 1203.4.) Failure to list any conviction which you are legally obligated to disclose is an omission of a material fact which will cause forfeiture of all rights of employment with the County of Kern.

If you answered "YES" to the above question, complete the Conviction Summary below. If you answered "NO" to the above question, enter "NA" below.

Starting with your most recent conviction, please list all convictions (not arrests) you have received, with accurate dates and in full detail. As per Civil Rule 307.10.01, a "conviction," shall include a plea of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere.

The Human Resources Division will review your application and this supplement to determine whether or not your conviction record affects your eligibility for examination or certification. The Civil Service Commission may refuse to examine or, after examination, to certify as eligible or may remove an eligible from the eligible list for good cause.

Conviction Summary For EACH conviction you must provide all of the following information :

1. Convicted of (Code # & Offense)

2. Date

3. Location

4. Disposition (fine, sentence, etc.)

5. Explanation of circumstances of case (add additional information as an attachment if needed)

6. Current Status (Probation, Parole, etc.)

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Salary : $5,488 - $6,558