Conservation Park Ranger II
Posted
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09/23/2022
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County
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Black Hawk
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Location
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Waterloo ,Iowa
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Salary
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$21.98/hr - $26.83/hr
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Deadline
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10/10/2022
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Description
Job Summary:
Under general
supervision of Unit Ranger, plans, supervises and participates in the
management of county parks, wildlife areas and recreation areas.
Job Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified
location in order to perform assigned tasks.
• In charge of a park or management unit as determined by the Board, or serves
under a Unit Ranger and participates in the management of one or more parks.
• Housing may be provided, as per the Board’s residence policy. Housed
employees may be contacted by the public at the residence for general
information and emergencies.
• Supervises and participates in park maintenance and management work such as
repair of buildings, tables, fireplaces, tools, equipment and maintenance of
developed grounds, boat docks, roads, trails, restrooms, boundary fences,
erosion control, septic and sewer systems, water and electric systems, etc.
• Meets the public as required, gives information on facilities, rules and
regulations, collects necessary fees and provides assistance and other
services as required.
• Participates in the improvement of park facilities.
• Provides for safety of park users and administers first aid in case of
accidents.
• Participates in providing for accurate records of park use, attendance and
fees collected. Prepares reports.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment, vehicles, power tools and hand
tools.
• Enforces or assists in enforcing laws, park rules and regulations
pertaining to the operation of county parks.
• Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
• Supervision is received from the Unit Ranger or designated representative.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
• May directly supervise volunteers, full-time and seasonal employees as
assigned. Responsibilities may include training employees; planning,
assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining; performance appraisals;
addressing complaints and resolving problems; and assisting with interviews.
Minimum Required
Qualifications:
• High School diploma
or G.E.D., and two years of experience in park management work;
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting the
completion of 2 years of post-high school education at a recognized trade,
area, business school or junior college in park management, or outdoor
recreation for the required experience (30 semester hours equals 1 year);
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting 1
year of major course work (30 semester hours equal 1 year in outdoor
recreation, forestry, wildlife or fisheries biology, or a related natural resources
field) for each year of the required experience with a maximum substitution
of 2 years.
• Must complete all Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) training within one
(1) year of appointment and maintain Peace Officer certification. Failure to
meet eligibility for enrollment into the ILEA training program or
unsuccessful completion of training shall be grounds for dismissal and the
employee will be required to reimburse all expenses related to such training.
To be eligible for enrollment in the ILEA training, the person must meet the
minimum standards for ILEA officers (Iowa Code Chapter 501—2.1(80B)):
1. Be a U. S. Citizen and a resident of Iowa or intend to
become a resident upon being employed;
2. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment;
3. Hold a valid Iowa driver's license;
4. Not be addicted to drugs or alcohol [modified for
Chapter 400 civil service positions by §400.17 of the Code of Iowa];
5. Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough
background investigation including a fingerprint search conducted of local,
state and national fingerprint files and have not been convicted of a felony
or a crime involving moral turpitude;
6. Successfully pass physical fitness tests;
7. Not be opposed to use of force to fulfill duties;
8. Be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate;
9. Have uncorrected vision of not less than 20/100 in
both eyes, corrected to 20/20, and color vision consistent with the
Occupational demands of law enforcement;
10. Have normal hearing in each ear (hearing aids are
acceptable if a candidate can demonstrate sufficient hearing proficiency to
perform all necessary duties of a law enforcement officer)
11. Be examined by a physician and meet the physical
requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement
officer.
12. Undergo psychological testing.
13. Undergo cognitive (Basic Skills) testing.
• Must have and maintain a valid Iowa Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B and be insurable under county guidelines, or able to obtain the CDL within one (1) year from date of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
• Must be CPR trained or be trained within one (1) year from date of
hire.
• Skilled in the use of all heavy equipment, vehicles, power and hand tools
necessary for proper park management.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of park management and related
subjects.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations as required.
• Ability to enforce or assist in enforcing laws, rules and regulations as
required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations involving law enforcement and first
aid.
• Ability to handle confidential work with tact and discretion.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and express ideas effectively
orally or in writing.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and schedules.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid
conclusions.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from public, agencies,
or business community.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common
fractions and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of
U.S. currency, weight measurement, area, volume and distance.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral
instructions and plans.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and
unknown variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
Work Environment and
Physical Demands:
The work environment
and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Refer to the “Essential and
Marginal Function Analysis” statement for a complete description of the
essential functions and functional requirements.
• Position requires the frequent exposure to undesirable conditions which may
include heat, cold, live or dead animals, human or animal waste, odors,
filthy environments and insects.
• Must be able to walk on uneven or heavily wooded ground for the purpose of
monitoring programs
• Position requires frequent use of heavy equipment , power and hand tools
and exposure to loud noises
Additional Information:
All applicants will be
initially evaluated based on the information included in the application
only. Therefore, it is
important to complete your online application accurately and thoroughly as it
relates to the position requirements. Resumes, transcripts, certifications and
other supporting documentation may be required for further consideration.
Applicants considered best qualified will be asked to continue in the selection
process.
An online application is
required. To apply, submit: 1) online application at https://ia-blackhawkcounty.civicplushrms.com/careers/ and 2) proof of education
and/or required certification(s).
An eligible and
qualified veteran may be entitled to preference in employment under Iowa Code
§35C.1. A veteran is an individual who meets the definition set forth in Iowa
Code §35.1.In order to assert this preference a voluntary veterans preference
form must be included. Applicants will receive notifications by email.
To Apply
Qualified candidates must submit application, resume and cover letter by close date, preference is given to candidates that submit all required materials by Monday, September 26, 2022. Position is open until filled.