What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boat Ranger position at Mundelein Park District?
Boat Ranger
Position Type: Seasonal Start Date: May 2025
Hiring Wage Range: $21.00 - $26.25/DOQ
Full Wage Range:$21.00 - $31.51
Benefits: District Discounts
Apply online at www.mundeleinparks.org
Summary
The Boat Ranger is responsible for the protection of the general public, natural resources at Diamond Lake, and staff members of the Mundelein Park and Recreation District. The Boat Ranger performs a variety of duties including but not limited to; providing boat patrol on Diamond Lake, Park District public relations support, emergency assistance, write reports, be observant for violations that will be reported for the appropriate directions and actions, field support, and issue citations. The Boat Patrol Ranger works independently. The Boat Patrol Ranger cannot initiate an arrest but can assist in one. The Boat Patrol Ranger will not take action in hazardous situations but will immediately summon the proper agency. The Boat Patrol Ranger will call the Mundelein Police Department and report violations. The Boat Patrol Ranger will maintain a working knowledge of all Mundelein Park & Recreation District general and Department safety rules. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Completion of standard high school program or GED. Possession of valid Driver's License, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record. Completion of certified boating course. Ability to pass basic swim test. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification required within 30 days of employment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Obtain knowledge of state laws and ordinances that govern boating Diamond Lake.
- Obtain knowledge of the geography of Diamond Lake and the location of areas typically requiring extra service.
- Obtain knowledge of effective forms of oral and written English expression.
- Obtain knowledge of how and when to apply tact and diplomacy in the day-to-day applications of responsibilities.
- Obtain limited knowledge of the concepts and processes of the Illinois justice system, including specialized knowledge of a ranger's role in producing cogent and rational testimony.
- Address stressful, potentially violent situations and individuals in a firm, professional deliberative manner.
- Read and write in Standard English and perform basic mathematical operations. Ability to prepare accurate an informational report.
- Understand and carry out written and oral communications.
- Communicate and interact with a wide range of individuals and groups in a stable, professional, and courteous manner.
- Patrol Diamond Lake during assigned shift.
- Operate of a marked police boat operating in a safe and effective manner.
- Enforce boating laws, observes for safety hazards, boating violations and criminal activity.
- Communicate using patrol cell phone.
- Assist citizens, boaters, and staff.
- Assist people in distress.
- Obtain familiarity with the topography of Diamond Lake.
- Observe, detect, document, and report boating violations.
- Address complaints concerning water patrol and lake traffic.
- Write ordinance violations when necessary.
- Assist disabled boaters.
- Perform minor first aid and assist in the transfer or movement of injured parties until paramedics arrive.
- Prepare daily activity log.
- Remove hazards from Diamond Lake.
Salary : $21 - $26
