The City is currently searching for a professional, experienced leader to join the Parks and Recreation Department. As the sixth largest city in San Diego County, El Cajon is a leader among cities and a wonderful location to live, work and play. El Cajon boasts a diverse and vibrant community, many parks and recreation centers, award-winning schools, libraries, and first-class police and fire departments. The City's workplace culture empowers its employees to make a positive impact in the community. The City offers extensive benefits plans, defined retirement, and wellness programs that allow employees to maintain a strong work-life balance.
To view the City's defined Benefits and Retirement, please visit Page 14 of the ECMEA-MOU: Article 6 - Health and Welfare
The Position
The Parks Ranger Supervisor ensures that City parks and facilities are safe, compliant with municipal codes, and engaging for the community. The ideal candidate can effectively market and implement City programs, resolve conflict, supervise staff, and has comprehensive knowledge of relevant policies, rules, and regulations. The candidate must also be able to undertake the full range of supervisory responsibilities over part-time staff and volunteers.
The Recruitment Process
The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which includes a Qualifications Appraisal Interview. The Qualifications Appraisal Interviews are tentatively scheduled for April 15, 2025. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list for employment consideration for at least six months.
Typical Duties
Please visit our website to view the full job description: Parks Ranger Supervisor
Qualification Guidelines
Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree from an accredited university. A Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable. At least 3 years of experience as a Park Ranger or in a related field, with at least 1 year of supervisory or lead experience.
License or Certification: Valid California driver's license. Possession of a PC 832 Certificate within six months of employment. Certifications in CPR and First Aid within three months of employment.
Please email hr@elcajon.gov for a readable PDF Benefits Sheet.
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To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are required in addition to your online application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this recruitment. Resumes in lieu of this questionnaire will not be accepted. All work experience that is described in your response must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of your online application. I acknowledge receipt of this information.
Yes
No
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Do you possess a current, valid California driver's license?
Yes
No
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Do you possess an Associate’s Degree or a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university? If yes, YOU MUST ATTACH a copy of your degree(s) to receive credit.
Yes
No
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If you answered "No" to Question #3, please detail any combination of RELEVANT training, education, and experience you possess that is equivalent to an Associate’s Degree from an accredited university.
05
Do you possess at least 3 years of professional work experience as a Park Ranger or a related position?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #5, please provide the following detailed information for ALL positions you held, that satisfies the minimum required work experience as a Park Ranger or related: 1. Job titles 2. Employer/Agency names 3. Employment dates (month and year) 4. Description of job duties performed for this position. Note: If none, please write "N/A."
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How many years of supervisory or lead experience do you possess while working as a Park Ranger or related position?
Less than 1 year
1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more
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Please describe your supervisory experience while working as a Park Ranger or related. You must include the following information for ALL relevant positions you held as a supervisor: 1. Job title and employer 2. Dates worked as a supervisor for this job title (months and years) 3. Description of the specific positions or job duties you supervised. If none, please write "N/A".
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Please indicate below which certification(s) you possess. You MUST attach a copy of your certificate(s) to receive credit.
PC 832
First Aid
CPR
None or N/A
Required Question
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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