Park Ranger
Salary :
$41,187.
00 - $67,135.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Norfolk, VAJob Type:
Permanent Full-timeJob Number:
11325Department:
Parks & RecreationOpening Date:
07/26/2023Closing Date:
8/5/2023 11:
59 PM EasternDescription The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Park Ranger.
The main responsibility of a Park Ranger is protecting and supervising designated outdoor areas.
Park Rangers patrol (unarmed) the grounds and make sure campers, hikers, and other visitors are following the rules.
Park Rangers enforces city codes and acts as the first point of contact and educates visitors on the use of recreational facilities.
Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to:
The main responsibility of a park ranger is protecting and supervising designated outdoor areas.
Park rangers patrol the grounds and make sure that campers, hikers, and other visitors are following the rulesincluding fire safety regulationsand do not disrupt the natural environment or fellow guests.
Also responsible for giving guided tours or presentations of the park.
Work in the visitor center, providing guests with maps and areas of interest and areas that are off-limits.
Conduct search-and-rescue missions, initiate conservation efforts, help fight fires and enforce the law.
Monitors the use of all City recreation, enforces City policy and codes pertaining to the use of athletic fields, parks, and recreation areas.
Issues citations and makes arrests as needed.
Acts as the first point of contact for visitors utilizing park facilities; greets and educates visitors on facilities.
Opens and closes park facilities.
Cleans and prepares picnic shelter rentals for customers, prior to arrival.
Examines recreation grounds and cleans as needed.
Performs general safety inspections on facilities.
Maintain stock of various athletic equipment used 4-lithe recreational area.
Navigates permit database to issue the proper permits to customers and ensure all of those using the athletic facilities have approved permits.
Acts as a liaison between the department and the Norfolk Police Department.
May assist in the preparation of athletic fields before events including lining playing fields.
Assists visitors in recreation facilities by responding to questions about services and offering directions.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.
Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Six months experience in a related field.
Experience in law enforcement, military, or park operations preferred.
Additional Information & Requirements Valid Driver's License.
Certification as a Special Police Officer or Conservator of the Peace; may be granted upon hire.
CPR/First Aide certified within six months of hire.
Signing Bonus:
This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 signing bonus.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit.
This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit.
This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education.
Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply.
The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations.
The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-CityPositions listed with a job type designation of Non-City are not subject to the benefits descriptions above.
Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
01 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought.
Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process.
Do not answer see resume or see application as these are not valid answers.
Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02 Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
High School Diploma/GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 03 Do you possess a minimum of two years' experience in the protection, conservation, operation, or maintenance of open space, forest, or park areas? Yes No 04 If yes to the previous question, please describe your experience in the protection, conservation, operation or maintenance of open space, forest or park areas? 05 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title.
If not, please indicate by typing N/A.
06 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 07 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 08 A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration.
A criminal background check is conducted on all new hires.
Failure to disclose all criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment consideration or may result in dismissal from City of Norfolk employment if you have been hired.
The nature of the offense; the time that has passed since the offense, conduct and/or completion of the sentence; and the nature of the job sought may be taken into consideration.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor? I have been convicted of a felony I have been convicted of a misdemeanor I have been convicted of a felony and a misdemeanor I have not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor 09 If you answered, that you have been convicted of a felony and/or a misdemeanor, please provide an explanation including the city, state and date of the conviction.
This excludes minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets.
10 Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer.
Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
11 Please indicate your veteran status.
(A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) I am not a Veteran I am a Veteran I am a Disabled Veteran Required Question Recommended Skills Cpr Databases Law Enforcement Maintenance Networking Presentations Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$41,187.
00 - $67,135.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Norfolk, VAJob Type:
Permanent Full-timeJob Number:
11325Department:
Parks & RecreationOpening Date:
07/26/2023Closing Date:
8/5/2023 11:
59 PM EasternDescription The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Park Ranger.
The main responsibility of a Park Ranger is protecting and supervising designated outdoor areas.
Park Rangers patrol (unarmed) the grounds and make sure campers, hikers, and other visitors are following the rules.
Park Rangers enforces city codes and acts as the first point of contact and educates visitors on the use of recreational facilities.
Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to:
The main responsibility of a park ranger is protecting and supervising designated outdoor areas.
Park rangers patrol the grounds and make sure that campers, hikers, and other visitors are following the rulesincluding fire safety regulationsand do not disrupt the natural environment or fellow guests.
Also responsible for giving guided tours or presentations of the park.
Work in the visitor center, providing guests with maps and areas of interest and areas that are off-limits.
Conduct search-and-rescue missions, initiate conservation efforts, help fight fires and enforce the law.
Monitors the use of all City recreation, enforces City policy and codes pertaining to the use of athletic fields, parks, and recreation areas.
Issues citations and makes arrests as needed.
Acts as the first point of contact for visitors utilizing park facilities; greets and educates visitors on facilities.
Opens and closes park facilities.
Cleans and prepares picnic shelter rentals for customers, prior to arrival.
Examines recreation grounds and cleans as needed.
Performs general safety inspections on facilities.
Maintain stock of various athletic equipment used 4-lithe recreational area.
Navigates permit database to issue the proper permits to customers and ensure all of those using the athletic facilities have approved permits.
Acts as a liaison between the department and the Norfolk Police Department.
May assist in the preparation of athletic fields before events including lining playing fields.
Assists visitors in recreation facilities by responding to questions about services and offering directions.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.
Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Six months experience in a related field.
Experience in law enforcement, military, or park operations preferred.
Additional Information & Requirements Valid Driver's License.
Certification as a Special Police Officer or Conservator of the Peace; may be granted upon hire.
CPR/First Aide certified within six months of hire.
Signing Bonus:
This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 signing bonus.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit.
This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit.
This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education.
Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply.
The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations.
The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-CityPositions listed with a job type designation of Non-City are not subject to the benefits descriptions above.
Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
01 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought.
Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process.
Do not answer see resume or see application as these are not valid answers.
Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02 Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
High School Diploma/GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 03 Do you possess a minimum of two years' experience in the protection, conservation, operation, or maintenance of open space, forest, or park areas? Yes No 04 If yes to the previous question, please describe your experience in the protection, conservation, operation or maintenance of open space, forest or park areas? 05 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title.
If not, please indicate by typing N/A.
06 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 07 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 08 A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration.
A criminal background check is conducted on all new hires.
Failure to disclose all criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment consideration or may result in dismissal from City of Norfolk employment if you have been hired.
The nature of the offense; the time that has passed since the offense, conduct and/or completion of the sentence; and the nature of the job sought may be taken into consideration.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor? I have been convicted of a felony I have been convicted of a misdemeanor I have been convicted of a felony and a misdemeanor I have not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor 09 If you answered, that you have been convicted of a felony and/or a misdemeanor, please provide an explanation including the city, state and date of the conviction.
This excludes minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets.
10 Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer.
Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
11 Please indicate your veteran status.
(A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) I am not a Veteran I am a Veteran I am a Disabled Veteran Required Question Recommended Skills Cpr Databases Law Enforcement Maintenance Networking Presentations Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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