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CITY OF CHICO
 CLASSIFICATION PLAN
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DATE ADOPTED BY CITY
MANAGER:
COMP CODE:
SERVICE:
JOB TITLE:
DRAFT
9420
Classified
Non-Exempt
SENIOR PARK RANGER
Definition:
Under general supervision, to plan, direct and supervise Park Rangers and perform varied and routine
sworn Ranger work with emphasis on park patrol, crime prevention, park protection and maintenance; to
perform related record keeping and research; to perform related work as required.
Typical Duties:
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Plan, direct and supervise and participate in the patrolling and monitoring of various City parks
and recreation areas to enforce applicable laws, rules and regulations; *
Opens and closes City facilities, including park gates and public restrooms; *
Issue citations and verbal warnings; *
Prepare reports of a complex nature; *
Conducts investigations, writes incident and arrest reports, compiles and tabulates data, and
provides reports to the applicable authorities; *
Manages encampment cleanups in greenways and park; coordinates with applicable agencies and
personnel; *
Provides information to the public about park use and permit requirements, resolves customer
and/or park use disputes- reviews and approves park use permits; *
Coordinate with or assist Police and Fire Department personnel regarding incidents and
investigations involving City parks; may direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic; *
Provides hazmat response as necessary, coordinate with regulatory agencies as assigned; *
Collects and documents evidence, books evidence independent or in conjunction with a Police
Officer; *
Interviews and locates witnesses, apprehend suspects on foot, detain and/or arrest suspects until
suspect can be transported by Police Department; *
Utilizes physical restraints such as handcuffs, spray irritant, taser, or baton, when deemed
necessary; *Manages interpretive signage; *
Oversees and coordinates lifeguard personnel at One Mile Pool; monitor pool active and
maintenance needs; *
Routinely assess and make recommendations for trail and road closures due to inclement weather
or unsafe conditions.
May testify in court and respond to requests for crime prevention services;
May perform routine park maintenance responsibilities;
May attend community and departmental staff meetings;
May perform research and coordination responsibilities for park related projects and programs;
May develop, conduct and present park interpretive programs for the public;
Develop and present information for City boards and commissions relating to Park Department
activities; *
Interpret and apply City policies, Municipal Code provisions and other pertinent regulations; *
Participate in budget preparation and administration; *
Supervise, train and evaluate subordinates; *
Perform other park related work as assigned.
*Essential Function
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CITY OF CHICO
 CLASSIFICATION PLAN

JOB DESCRIPTION
DATE ADOPTED BY CITY
MANAGER:
COMP CODE:
SERVICE:
JOB TITLE:
DRAFT
9420
Classified
Non-Exempt
SENIOR PARK RANGER
Tools and Equipment Used:
Vehicle or pickup truck, police radio, pager, first aid equipment.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The
employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or
controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts in high, precarious places, and is
occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic
chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of effective park patrol and monitoring; correct English usage,
spelling, grammar and punctuation, including the writing of reports; applicable laws, park rules and
regulations; CPR and first aid procedures; evidence collection and documentation techniques; and park
geology and biology.
Ability to: Direct, supervise and train subordinates; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and
in writing; maintain records and prepare reports and recommendations; deal tactfully and effectively with
individuals and groups of a diverse nature; answer questions regarding and explain park policies and
regulations; interpret written and oral instructions; present effective park interpretive programs to the
public; write clear and accurate reports; perform mathematical computations; operate radio, four-wheel
drive pick-up, and bicycle; work effectively and safely without direct supervision; analyze situations and
take effective action; successfully complete formal training courses on job-related responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience/Education: High school graduation or equivalent preferably supplemented by the successful
completion of college level courses in natural resources, park administration, law enforcement or other
related subject. Four years of increasingly responsible experience in park patrol or law enforcement,
including some supervisory experience.
*Essential Function
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CITY OF CHICO
 CLASSIFICATION PLAN

JOB DESCRIPTION
DATE ADOPTED BY CITY
MANAGER:
COMP CODE:
SERVICE:
JOB TITLE:
DRAFT
9420
Classified
Non-Exempt
SENIOR PARK RANGER
Certificates:
 Possession of, or ability to obtain, an American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
certificate and a Standard First Aid certificate;
 Possession of, or ability to obtain, a level three P.C. 832 Peace Officers Standards and Training
(P.O.S.T) certificate within six (6) months of appointment;
Additional Requirement: Possession of a valid class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s Driver
License.
*Essential Function
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