Salary : $52,644.80 - $67,225.60 AnnuallyLocation : All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CAJob Type: Permanent - HourlyJob Number: 1124PM-001222-01Department: Parks & RecreationDivision: 30502 Regional ParksOpening Date: 11/25/2024Closing Date: 12/9/2024 11:59 PM PacificAbout the Position Are you passionate about the great outdoors? Do you want to make a tangible impact by preserving the beauty and resources of our natural spaces for generations to come? We're looking for a dedicated and adventurous individual to join our team as a Park Ranger I.As a Park Ranger I, you'll be at the heart of maintaining and protecting our parks. Every day brings a new challenge and opportunity to serve. If you're ready to take on this essential and rewarding role, apply today and become a steward of the land you love!Park Ranger I is part of a career series for Park Ranger Aide, I, II and III. Classes in this series perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled duties in the administration, operation and maintenance of county parks, beaches, open space areas, lakes and recreational areas, landscaped areas, buildings and other assigned facilities; and do other related work as required.For a complete job description, click This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited-term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time within the department. The Ideal CandidateA combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:A: One year of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Aide. OR B: An Associate degree, or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Park or Natural Resources Management, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Forestry or closely related field. OR C: Graduation from High School or GED AND two years of job-related experience. How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at Supplemental Information Licenses and CertificatesCertain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.Must obtain and maintain valid Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED certificates or their equivalent within six months from date of appointment.Reasonable Accommodation NoticeFederal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-###-#### for assistance or e-mail ...@co.slo.ca.us for more information.Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)###-####. Make a DifferenceEmployees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference. Compensation and BenefitsYour annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated . Some benefits include:- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)- Free visits to the employee health clinic- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust- Optional deferred compensation plan- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)- Paid personal, sick and vacation days- 12 paid holidays- Employee Assistance Program- Education and Wellness Allowance- Post Employment Health Plan- Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options -Rideshare commuter benefits- Pet InsuranceThe County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) ###-####.Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), Learning and DevelopmentThe County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include: - Emotional Intelligence- Supervisor/Manager academies- Microsoft Suite courses- Defensive Driving- Financial management- Retirement preparedness- Teambuilding- Written Communication- Conflict Management- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC- Job specific conferences/trainingsStudent Loan ForgivenessDid you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programCounty employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Homebuyer assistance programEmployees have access to the Assist-to-Own program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.01 Please review carefully the minimum qualifications for the Park Ranger I position.A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:A: One year of experience equivalent to a Park Ranger Aide. B: An Associate degree, or 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Park or Natural Resources Management, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Forestry or closely related field. C: Graduation from High School or GED AND two years of job-related experience. Do you meet the minimum qualifications?
- Yes, I meet the minimum qualifications as listed above.
- No, I do not meet the minimum qualifications as listed above.
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