Park Ranger
1 week ago
Frederick, United States
Frederick County Government, Maryland
Part time
The Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to the highest level of care of our natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. We believe that the benefits of parks & recreation are far reaching and vital to each and every individual, family, and community in Frederick County.Â
 The Recreation Department seeks to enhance the quality of life of county residents by providing innovative activities and programs that meet the recreational needs of Frederick County communities. We encourage participation in a variety of recreational opportunities that foster enjoyment and lifelong learning.  http://www.recreater.com/Â
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POSITION DETAILS
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week (varied schedule, Sunday-Saturday, including holidays); full-benefits
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This position will perform a wide variety of duties providing park security presence, monitoring visitor activities, and securing multiple County parks. Â Work is performed at times when needed to assure patrol coverage, facility protection and to enhance visitor safety on Frederick County Park property and must be completed in all types of weather conditions. Â The position will assume operational responsibilities in the absence of the Ranger Supervisor. Â Supervision is received from the Ranger Supervisor.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. Â For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.Â
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. Â If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
- Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care
- Communicate with park patrons on matters of park rules and regulations
- Enforce all park rules, regulations and Frederick County Code of Ordinances in a tactful manner
- Assist in the supervision of the part-time Ranger staff
- Participate in court hearing including testimony and evidence presentation
- Patrol and inspect assigned park areas (on foot, bicycle or vehicle) to provide visible security for park users
- Secure parks at closing time by ensuring that all visitors have left, all buildings are secured and gates are locked
- Conduct routine checks or facility conditions, lighting, cleanliness and safety/emergency equipment
- Assist with crowd control and parking at Division events and provide emergency assistance to park patrons
- Operate the skating pond and sled run when open
- Provide park patrons with information regarding facility reservations, events and other activities
- Assist with obtaining quarterly drinking water samplesÂ
- Assist with reservation and permit conflicts, maintenance issues, safety issues and facility rental concerns
- Operate Division owned drone
- Submit daily activity tasks in Cartegraph
- Write incident reports, vandalism reports and other paperwork
- Coordinate administrative and organizational duties in conjunctions with and in the absence of the Park Ranger Supervisor
- Monitor sport field use for compliance to regulations as well as approved schedule and permits
- Maintain assigned vehicle and uniforms in presentable appearance and condition
- Identify problems, hazards and safety concerns related to visitor usage
- Plan, design, prepare and present interpretive, educational, informational and community outreach programs
- Manage traffic counters and track park attendance
- Respond to alarm calls and emergency situations at Frederick County parks
- Assist in training part-time staff
- Perform other related duties as assigned
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Â
- High school graduation or the equivalency
- Minimum 6 months of closely related park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcement work experience OR 1 year of customer service work experience
- Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
- Current certifications in First Aid and CPR or ability to become certified within 90 days of hire
- National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) certification in ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 or ability to become certified within 6 months of hire
- Current Maryland Special Police Officer license, or ability to become so licensed within 12 months of hire
- NOTE: Closely related education may substitute for a portion of the closely related park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcement work experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
- Ability and willingness to participate in law enforcement, park management and other job-related trainings
- Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized scheduling and e-mail systems
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies, park neighbors, co-workers and the general public
- Ability to effectively project a strong positive image of the division and Frederick County
- Ability to effectively organize work, determine priorities, make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
- Demonstrate independent judgment with the ability to recognize and approach potentially dangerous situations and utilize conflict resolution skills
- Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to accurately maintain schedules and complete forms and reposts, and to provide information and direction to park users
- College degree in Parks, Conservation/Natural Resources Management, Recreation, Forestry, Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice or a related field
- Experience and/or training related to park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcementÂ
- National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) certification in ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800Â
- Current Maryland Special Police Officer license
- While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk, perform repetitive motions and drive; occasionally climb, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to and over 40 pounds and reach; rarely crawl
- While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors and outdoors, walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees
- Sound physical condition in other to effectively respond to the spontaneous physical demands of security/law enforcement duties (e.g. foot pursuit in open and wooded areas, search and rescue, etc.); ability to lift, move and carry gear weighing up to approximately 50 pounds; and to work outside for extended periods of time in all weather conditions
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
- A uniform is the required dress for security and safety patrols, some special events, public relation assignments or when deemed appropriate by the Park Ranger Supervisor
- Stated licenses and/or certifications must be maintain valid throughout employment
- The position is subject to random drug testing
- This position is defined as essential personnel
- This position is designed as security-sensitive, requiring satisfactory background investigation, conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with established Frederick County policy
- An evaluation of training and experience
- One or more interviews
- A pre-employment Security-Sensitive background investigation
- A pre-employment physical examination and drug test
