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River Ranger (Park Ranger)

This listing closes on 4/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

Employer

City of Reno

Salary

$68,099.20 - $95,804.80 Annually

Location

City of Reno, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Grant Funded

Job Number

955925

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

03/28/2025

Closing Date

4/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Description


Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team who strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The ideal candidate in this position will bring a passion for keeping our local Parks and Truckee River recreation areas safe and enjoyable for everyone. They will patrol park and recreation areas and enforces rules and regulations governing the use of City parks, facilities, and public areas. They will identify and prohibit the violation of applicable City ordinances. They will inspect parks, playgrounds, and structures for damage and vandalism. They will promote public safety and provide customer service, information, and interpretive services to park users and the general public.

We currently have a vacancy in the Parks and Recreation Department. This is a grant-funded appointed position.* Hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.
  
*Grant-funded appointed positions may be eligible for full-time benefits. They are exempt from the Civil Service System and not part of the classified service. If permanent funding is not approved or if additional grant funding is not secured, this position may be eliminated.*


 This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants.

 The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

  • The primary function and purpose of this position is to ensure the cleanliness and compliance of patrons within 350 feet of the river. It is to be expected that this position is outside and physically within that area for a majority of his/her shift in all weather situations
  • Patrol park and recreation areas and enforce rules and regulations governing the use of City parks, facilities, and public areas; promote public safety and maintain a safe and secure environment.
  • Promote the proper use of City facilities in compliance with applicable ordinances, rules, and regulations; provide information to the public on City programs, facilities, and points of interest.
  • Enforce compliance with City ordinances through education, issuing citations or parking tickets as needed; notify appropriate law enforcement personnel when potentially dangerous situations arise.
  • Prepare detailed and accurate reports on incidents and medical emergencies; prepare daily activity logs and maintain records and files; catalog and book found, lost, or stolen property and evidence.
  • Provide assistance to various other City operations and governmental agencies including animal control, County schools, and wildlife organizations.
  • Provide educational programs and special events to the public and youth including informational presentations on parks safety and recreational outings.
  • Provide information and interpretive services to park users and the general public; perform research necessary to develop factual and interesting interpretive programs for patrons.
  • Monitor cleanliness of parks and assigned areas; pick up trash and debris; empty trash cans; prevent or abate graffiti and report major vandalism or safety hazards to appropriate maintenance staff.
  • Assist in the recruitment and hiring of part-time parks program staff; oversee, lead, and train part-time staff; assist and lead the work of maintenance staff in the absence of their immediate supervisor.
  • Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.
 
Combinations of relevant work experience and education that are equivalent to the following are acceptable.*

Education:

  • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in the protection of parks or public recreation areas.
Work Experience:
  • Two years experience in the protection of a park or public recreation area.
*Law enforcement work experience may be substituted for the protection of parks or public recreation areas on a year for year basis. 

*Each year of college level course work (30 semester/45 quarter credits) in Forestry, Criminal Justice, Public Land Management or related field to the position may be substituted for one year of the required relevant work experience for up to a maximum of two years.  

License/Certificate:
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Possession of CPR/first aid certificate within six months of hire.
**Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.**

Supplemental Information

To Apply:
Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by April 20, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or 5th floor Civil Service Offices, any locations of Nevada Job Connect or any local library or educational facility.
 
If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.  
 
Examination Process:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments which include a Cognitive Abilities Test and an Employee Personality Profile; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows.
 
Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 80%
Cognitive Abilities Test =20%
Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only
   
Online Assessment Details:
Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.
 
The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on April 20, 2025. Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity. All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details
The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked "QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application.
 

  • Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
  • Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
  • In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
  • Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
  • "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
  • Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
  • TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted.
Notification: 
Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified.
 

Testing Accommodation: 

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require accommodations due to a disability, we encourage you to inform the Chief Examiner by the closing date of this announcement. Your request will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

In the event of tie scores resulting from an open competitive examination (Rule VII, Section 7), candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order: 

 

  1. Classified employees with established veteran status 
  2. Classified employees without veteran status 
  3. Non-classified employees and external candidates with established veteran status.

 

This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at time of application.

On promotional examinations (Rule VIII, Section 9), in the event of tie scores resulting from final rating, including seniority points, an employee will be awarded veteran's preference and provided a rank preference if one (1) of the eligibles has submitted proof of honorable discharge from the military service. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at the time of application.

Seniority Points:
Employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:
 
The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.  
 
Rule VIII - Promotion, Section 9. Seniority Credit.
 
Appointment and Certification: 
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
 
Health & Safety Statement: 
The health and well-being of our employees, our families, and the community we serve is of utmost importance to the City. Please be aware that many roles at the City of Reno include interacting with members of the public, including close contact with vulnerable individuals. The City of Reno has implemented numerous strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19, and other contagious diseases. Vaccination is recognized as an effective method for reducing the likelihood of infection, and limiting the severity of disease. While we have lifted the vaccination requirement for new employees, the City of Reno encourages all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes boosters recommended by the CDC.
 
QUESTIONS/UPDATES: 
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov.
 
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

01
Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for Park Ranger. Your answers will be used to assist the Civil Service Commission in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting.

All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position.

By checking "I understand", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement.
  • I understand
02
Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Which of the following best describes your highest level of qualifying education?
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year (30 semester/45 quarter hours) of college level course work in Forestry, Criminal Justice, or Public Land Management
  • One year (30 semester/45 quarter hours) of college level course work in a closely related field
  • Two years (60 semester/90 quarter hours) or more of college level course work in Forestry, Criminal Justice, or Public Land Management
  • Two years (60 semester/90 quarter hours) or more of college level course work in a closely related field
  • None of the above
05
Answer this question if your course work is in another closely related field to this position.

How has your course work prepared you to perform the work of this position?
06
In order for your education to be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications and/or to get credit for your education as part of the assessment process, you must attach a copy of your diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application.

Applications submitted without this required documentation will still be considered but without regard to attained education and may be rejected if the required relevant work experience is not apparent.

Have you attached verifiable documentation in the form of a college diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?
  • I do not have any experience in the protection of parks, public recreation areas, and/or in law enforcement .
  • I have less than one year of experience in the protection of parks, public recreation areas, and/or in law enforcement .
  • I have one year but less than two years of experience in the protection of parks, public recreation areas, and/or in law enforcement .
  • I have two years or more of experience in the protection of parks, public recreation area, and/or in law enforcement .
08
Provide a list of employers where you gained your qualifying paid work experience from the work experience section of your application. Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in the position (full-time equivalent), the work you performed and your level of responsibility.

This information must be provided in order to continue in the screening process, "See Resume" or "See Application" as a response may be grounds for disqualification.
09
Work in this position requires frequent engagement with park users and the general public. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Work in this position is primarily performed in an outdoor environment and has potential for exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Work in this position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight, defined as 25 to 50 lbs., frequently. Are you able to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Work in this position is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of park facilities, including public restrooms, shelters and sections of the Truckee River. Are you willing to complete this duty?
  • Yes
  • No
13
Work in this position will require being scheduled during nights and weekends. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Training and Experience Evaluation

The following section of the Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the Civil Service test for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. Questionnaires submitted as an attachment to the online application will not be considered. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. All responses must be verified by the applicant in the work experience section of this application.

Failure to provide adequate responses to the following questions may result in lower scores or disqualification from the selection process.

Do you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of your knowledge?
  • Yes
  • No
15
Select all of the following specialized training or certifications that you have completed or currently hold.

In order to receive credit for your experience, you must attach proof of the training or a copy of the certificate.
  • CPR
  • EMT
  • First Aid
  • POST Category I
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Substance Abuse Recognition
  • Other
  • None of the above
16
Please list any other certifications that you hold or trainings you have completed which may be relevant to this position.

In order to receive credit for your experience, you must attach a copy of the training or certificate.
17
Select all of the following areas that you have work experience.
  • Campgrounds or recreation facility
  • Fire protection service
  • Law enforcement agency
  • Military
  • Community Court
  • Civil Court
  • Natural resources management
  • Public access facility or infrastructure maintenance
  • Public education
  • Public Sector (municipal, county, state or federal) parks and recreation organization
  • Tribal lands and recreation patrol/maintenance
  • None of the above
18
Select all of the following actions you have taken in protection of parks, public recreation areas, and/or in law enforcement.
  • Called local law enforcement or public safety agency for assistance
  • De-escalated a hostile situation
  • Enforced park rules and regulations
  • Provided resource outreach to the unsheltered population
  • Identified and mitigated safety hazards
  • Issued citations
  • Prepared incident or crime reports
  • None of the above
19
In order to receive credit for your experience in the previous question, please provide specific examples of the work you have performed in that area (responses should be 2-3 paragraphs).
20
Select all of the following duties you have been responsible for completing on a routine basis (at least 10% of your regular duties), for six months or more in the protection of parks, public recreation areas, and/or in law enforcement.
  • Collected fees or admission tickets
  • Guided or led park interpretive programs
  • Provided direction to volunteer groups
  • Janitorial work
  • Maintenance or repair of facilities
  • Park maintenance or operations
  • Park security
  • Provided direction for use of the facility
  • Provided education on park rules or regulations
  • Provided instruction or training to the public
  • None of the above
21
How many years of work experience do you have using the Brazos citation system or with a similar system?
  • I do not have any experience in this area
  • Limited, less than six months
  • Six months but less than one year
  • One year but less than three years
  • Three years but less than five years
  • Five years or more
22
Answer this question if your experience was with another similar system.

What was the name of the citation system you have used?
23
How many years of work experience do you have using Service Now or with another civil reporting system?
  • I do not have any experience in this area
  • Limited, less than six months
  • Six months but less than one year
  • One year but less than three years
  • Three years but less than five years
  • Five years or more
24
Answer this question if your experience was with another similar system.
What was the name of the civil reporting system you have used?
25
Use the information found in the following scenario and instructions to answer this question.

Scenario: You receive a call from an extremely upset person who had paid to rent a picnic shelter for a party. However, when the permitted group arrived, another group had already set up a large party in the same shelter.

Instructions: Detail the steps that you would take to remedy the situation.

Please note: Both the content and English grammar usage of your response will be evaluated.

* Required Question

Employer
City of Reno
Phone
(775) 334-2223
Website
http://www.reno.gov/jobs
Address
PO Box 1900

Reno, Nevada, 89505

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