Senior Park Ranger na City of Pittsburgh, PA

About the Department

Under the direction of the Park Ranger, Program Supervisor the Senior Park Ranger will provide comprehensive management and operations of the City of Pittsburgh Park Ranger Program. This position is responsible for visitor management and safety, resource management, development of ranger educational programs; and performs related duties as assigned.

Department:  Parks & Recreation
Salary:  $62,670 per year.
Position Type:  Announcement
Union:  None. This is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification:   Non-Competitive. 

Position Duties

General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment. 
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• A current, valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License (or out-of-state equivalent) is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. The Department of Human Resources & Civil Service will consider individual written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Out-of-state driver’s licenses MUST be transferred within thirty (30) days. 
   
  

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions.  The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments.  Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered. 

NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment must submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to hire. 
  
Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position.  You will receive notice of your eligibility status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show two (2) years of full-time work experience supervising and monitoring the performance of employees. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited institution in forestry, conservation science, environmental science, or a related field. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)
• EQUIVALENCY:  Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above).  The Total Qualifying Requirement is six (6) years. (See NOTE under General Application Requirements regarding education/training verification.)

Minimum Qualifications

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s).  You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position.  Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to the start date.

Written: None required for this position.
Performance: None required for this position.
Medical: Required.

Other Qualifications

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in comprehensive Park Ranger programs, including all City parks, trails, and recreation facilities; ensures adherence to all appropriate laws, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Manages assigned personnel; evaluates work; recommends and implements approved disciplinary and/or corrective action; provides training and/or technical assistance as requested or required; assists in interviewing and recommending new hires; counsels employees; assists in employee appraisals; maintains attendance records.
• Develops and implements educational ranger programs, park outreach, and volunteer initiatives. Monitors and evaluates the success of ranger programming and assists in securing additional funds to support ranger programs. 
• Attends Department meetings, appropriate City meetings, and meetings with community partners relevant to park ranger programs. 
• Conducts research to stay current with Park Ranger development.
• Acts as liaison with community groups and other governmental agencies as required; develops and directs public relations and marketing strategies for the Department's programs and services; acts as liaison with other City Departments to develop cooperative integrated programming.
• Meets with civic groups or other concerned citizens to receive input on the Ranger's programs receptiveness by the community, and may present program related to the Park Ranger operations to various groups.
• Assists in the planning, execution, and oversight of special events.
• Drives various types of patrol vehicles and operates telecommunication devices.
• Patrols assigned areas by foot, bike, and/or vehicle to engage park visitors/users in order to promote the safety and security of the facility and its visitors.
• Documents daily patrol activities and completes various forms and reports relating to parks operations and incidents.
• Manages area of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established policy, including union agreements, to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees.
• Investigates and resolves complaints and concerns.
• Responds and/or assists in coordination of responses to emergencies, including first aid, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents/breakdowns, etc.
• Performs activities and functions of related lower-level personnel as assigned or required.
• Performs such other related tasks and duties that are assigned or required.
• Issues citations in accordance with park ordinances.

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