What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger - Shift position at Kern County?
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 nacket@kerncounty.com
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
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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:
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:
- 200 yard run
- Two vaults
- 3 foot vault
- 4 foot vault
- S-curve around three cones
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.
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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 FAQ page.
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 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.
Salary : $5,488 - $6,558
