Temporary Park Ranger I



Temporary Park Ranger I

Salary

$16.39 Hourly

Location

Throughout Riverside County

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

21-85043-02TMM

Department

Parks Department

Opening Date

07/30/2021

Closing Date

8/16/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking Temporary Park Rangers at the I level to support Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District.  The positions are located in Riverside, Moreno Valley and Idyllwild. The incumbents will be assigned a variety of maintenance, technical, and operational duties, and will receive training in park policies and procedures, including state and County laws and ordinances. If you enjoy the outdoors, this position is for you!  
 
Assessment: Candidates will be required to take a general abilities assessment prior to being considered for any Park Ranger I position.
 
WORK SCHEDULE: (Must be able to work the following shifts)
Riverside Location - 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., days vary including holidays and weekends

Moreno Valley location - 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., days vary including holidays and weekends.

Idyllwild Location - 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Fridays to Noon to 10:30 p.m.) days vary, including holidays and weekends.
 
The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments.  TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.
 
Meet the Team!
Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District 

 
 TAP Benefits: 
https://www.rc-hr.com/Find-A-Job/Job-Searching/Temporary-Medical-Assignment-Program/TAP-Benefits


EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES


• Explain park policies, rules, regulations, and County ordinances; oversee the registration of park visitors, the collection of fees, the issuance of camping permits, and the assignment of the general public to various camping areas within the parks. 

• Participate in custodial duties and the maintenance and cleanup of park structures and grounds; work with park maintenance personnel on minor construction, maintenance, repair, and improvement of park structures, facilities, and grounds.

• Answer public inquiries and complaints concerning park operations and maintenance.

• Provide assistance in emergency situations; maintain fire prevention standards and practices as established by the State Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention and the United States Forest Service. 

• Patrol park areas to promote an orderly and congenial atmosphere among park visitors, and to resolve problems; issue warnings and citations under appropriate laws or ordinances for non-compliance of park regulations, and if needed, utilize law enforcement agencies to achieve compliance; may make appearances in court.

• Patrol open-space, wildlife habitat reserves, and conservation land to communicate and ensure compliance with park regulations, laws, and ordinances; work with maintenance personnel to maintain signs and access controls. 

• Plan and participate in habitat creation and restoration; assist in the planning of prescribed burns with County, state, and federal fire agencies.

• Monitor and participate in court referral/ work release programs. 

• Maintain records and prepare reports. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Two years of interacting with the public that included conflict resolution and customer service or customer support. (College coursework from an accredited college or university in public administration, park or recreation management, forestry, botany, environmental science, or a closely related field to the assignment may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of full-time experience.) 

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of natural resources conservation, park management, and general law enforcement; principles and practices of first aid and safety; methods and materials used in park interpretive programs. 

Ability to: Read, interpret, and enforce appropriate laws and regulations in accordance with County policy; maintain records and prepare clear, complete, and concise reports; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public and other employees.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Veterans’ Preference  The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here: https://www.rivcocob.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/C-3-Veterans-Preference-Program.pdf
 
What’s Next? 
The preliminary closing date for this posting is Monday, August 16, 2021 at 11:59 pm however postings may close at any time.
 
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted.  No late applications will be permitted.
 
Applications must be submitted through NeoGov at:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/riverside
 
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
 

 For questions about this recruitment, please contact Mary Mizell at mmizell@rivco.org.

GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT:  County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member – Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member – Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

 

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law.  The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change.  If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01
Do you possess a valid California's Driver License?
  • Yes
  • No
02
I understand and am willing to work a rotating schedule. (The department will determine the schedule).
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you able to work weekends and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No
04
I understand that janitorial/custodial duties may be part of my duties.
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you willing to work outdoors in inclement or harsh weather conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
06
How many years of full-time experience do you have in interacting with the public that included conflict resolution and customer service or customer support?
  • None
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 or more years
07
What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Park or Recreation Management, Forestry, Botany, Environmental Science or a closely related field?
  • None of these
  • Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
  • I have my Associates decree
  • I have my Bachelors degree
  • I have my Masters degree
08
I understand that I must pass an assessment as part of the application process for this position. A link to the assessment will be sent to the e-mail address in your Government Jobs account after the job posting close date unless you have previously tested.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500