PAY GRADE: 013
CLASS TITLE:PARK RANGER
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is work maintaining, preserving and protecting state parks, recreational areas, special feature sites, or other similar sites and/or properties; providing public relations services and assistance to visitors; and/or interpreting cultural and natural
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Develops and conducts interpretive programs on natural and cultural resources of the park, area or site.
- Assists in prescribed burns and other resource management projects.
- Conducts guided tours and walks.
- Cleans and maintains park facilities, grounds and vehicles.
- Performs carpentry, electrical and mechanical repairs.
- Prepares reports of receipts, visitor contacts, accidents and equipment use.
- Relocates, controls and/or removes exotic plants and animals.
- Provides public information and assistance.
- Resolves complaints from public.
- Patrols park to prevent wild fires, vandalism and theft and enforces park rules and regulations.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of general methods and techniques used in the repair and/or maintenance of park facilities, sites, equipment and/or grounds.
- Knowledge of basic math computations.
- Skill in using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
- Skill in maintenance of facilities and/or grounds.
- Skill in the operation and use of various kinds of equipment including pumper-trucks, tractors and/or boats.
- Ability to conduct inspections and maintain park facilities, equipment, and grounds.
- Ability to identify and investigate problems.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to understand and apply rules and regulations.
- Ability to provide visitor assistance services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A high school diploma or its equivalent and one year of work experience in a skilled trade or in public contact work.
- College education from an accredited college or university can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours for each year o
EFFECTIVE:
10/25/2000
HISTORY:
10/01/1985
10/01/1984