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Park Ranger-160932

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Park Ranger-160932

Salary

$53,928.01 - $78,195.62 Annually

Location

South Park Maintenance Shop - 9500 Riverdale Road Thornton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07115

Department

Parks, Open Space & Cultural Arts

Division

Community Safety Rangers

Opening Date

07/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

Under general supervision, employee patrols parks, trails, and open space properties providing for visitor safety and resource protection, education and outreach, and ensure compliance with Parks rules and regulations.

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Perform foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols to enforce Rules and regulations in parks, trails and open space properties of unincorporated Adams County and cooperating municipal jurisdictions per IGA or MOU terms and conditions.

+ Prioritizes visitor safety and provides public education in areas of responsibility.

+ Enforces Parks Rules and Regulations by contacting violators, issuance of verbal/written warnings, and citations as warranted.

+ Conducts investigations upon observation, or reports of, unlawful or unusual occurrences; resolves visitor complaints, closure monitoring, dumping/encroachment mitigation, agricultural land patrol, and interaction with vulnerable populations (homeless and at-risk individuals).

+ Prepares and maintains records and reports.

+ Takes written statements and records relevant information, as necessary.

+ Collects evidence as warranted, documents evidence per policy to maintain proper chain of custody

+ May be required to provide testimony in court regarding investigations and/or citations

+ Provides information and direction to the visiting public.

+ Manages the camping allowed by permit only at the Riverdale Regional Park and enforces rules and regulations for individuals using the campsites.

+ Manages and enforces the recreational activities allowed at the bodies of waters within areas of responsibility to include boating, fishing, and enforcement of prohibited activities., and is prepared and equipped for water rescues including swift water rescues.

+ Responds to and provides aid/assistance in capacity as a First Responder during emergencies/crisis occurring within jurisdiction.

+ Performs rescue operations as trained to include medical emergencies, search and rescue, surface-ice rescue, boating/water rescue, wildfire, floods, and other natural disasters.

+ Serves as a specialist by contributing parks law enforcement expertise to department plans, projects, committees, policy development and meetings.

+ Perform basic maintenance operations including trash removal, snow removal, restroom cleaning, fence and sign maintenance/installation as needed.

+ Develops and coordinates strategies for rule compliance and education in areas of responsibility.

+ Coordinates with other departments (i.e. Sheriff's Office, District Attorney’s Office, ADCOM, etc.) as assigned regarding operational efficiencies.

+ Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

+ Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions enough to be able to establish a safe environment for self and others.

+ Skill in applying existing guidelines or recommending new approaches to the development and modification of work plans, methods, and procedures for the work unit or function.

+ Ability to learn how to and make appropriate use of pepper spray, baton, and other defensive equipment.

+ Ability to learn and maintain CPR and first aid techniques sufficient to be able to perform lifesaving measures and render first aid when needed.

+ Computer skills: Learn the operation of computer and County-supported software, to include MS Office Suite, JD Edwards, E-Docs and other software.

+ Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

+ Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. This may include working with vulnerable populations (homeless and at-risk individuals).

+ Ability to remain motivated, dynamic, and engage in problem-solving throughout the day.

+ Learn, interpret, and apply State and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

+ Learn court procedure, including, but not limited to, citation issuance and court documents.

+ Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact, always maintaining excellent customer service.

+ Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances and act accordingly to prevent accidents. Use all required safety equipment.

+ Possess a proactive, self-motivated work ethic while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and trust.

More Qualifications for Success

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of parks law enforcement experience is required. A combination of experience in parks maintenance, natural resource management, code enforcement, or traditional law enforcement, structural fire, wildland fire, medical, animal control may also be considered.

+ Education and Training: Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Recreation, Natural Resource Management, Wildlife Management/Biology, Environmental Education, Park Management, or related field.

+ An applicant lacking a Bachelor’s Degree may substitute a Year-For-Year work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Bilingual in Spanish/English.

+ Experience in hiking and mountain biking.

+ Awareness of current events and management issues in Adams County and municipal jurisdictions’ parks, trails, and open space properties.

+ Experience with vulnerable populations (homeless and at-risk individuals), emergency medical care, and de-escalation training/experience

+ .Experience in environmental education and youth programming.

+ Certified in Peace Officer Standards and Training (Colorado P.O.S.T.).Emergency Medical Responder certification or EMT certification.

+ Water rescue experience and certification.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

+ By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.

+ Possession of CPR and first aid certification by the completion of probation and must maintain throughout employment.

+ Ability to obtain Emergency Medical Responder certification within 12 months of hire.

+ Impact Weapon/Expandable Baton *Certification within six months of employment (*if not already held)Hand-held aerosol chemical agent (oleoresin capsicum) *Certification within six months of employment (*if not already held)Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

BACKGROUND CHECK: Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Retirement Plan

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree

+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

02

How many years of parks and open space management, natural resource management, or first responder (Law Enforcement, Structural Fire, Wildland Fire, Medical, Animal Control, etc) experience do you possess?

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 6+ Years

+ None of the above.

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Please select your highest level of education:

+ High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctorate

+ None of the Above

04

A requirement of this position is that you possess a valid driver's license. Do you meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you possess any of the following preferred qualifications: Bilingual in Spanish/English, Experience in hiking and mountain biking, Awareness of current events and management issues in Adams County and municipal jurisdictions' parks, trails, and open space properties, Experience with vulnerable populations (homeless and at-risk individuals), emergency medical care, and de-escalation training/experience, Experience in environmental education and youth programming, Certified in Peace Officer Standards and Training (Colorado P.O.S.T.) or equivalent, Emergency Medical Responder or EMT certification, Boat patrol and water rescue experience, Wildland fire red card, CIG (Certified Interpretive Guide) certification or similar, OC/Expandable Baton certification. Please list all that you possess, If none please write N/A.

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Why specifically do you want to become a Park Ranger with Adams County POSCA?

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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