VHBE Park Ranger

JOB LOCATION

5800 S Powhaton Rd Aurora, Colorado 80016-4284

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hourly Pay: $20.00

Estimated average hours per week: 29 - 40

The deadline to submit applications is Tuesday, February 11th, 2025. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate will work an average of 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical Benefits as well as accrue paid time off and receive 10 paid holidays.

This is a front-line, customer-focused position responsible for public safety, natural resource education, and Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) rules and regulations education and compliance for the purpose of protecting and preserving natural resources, sites, and structures throughout the PROS system including reservoirs, trails, open space, and developed parks.

At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our work by modeling the Core 4 Values of Customer Service, Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect and we welcome all who share those values to apply. This position will be expected to work weekends, early morning, late evening, and holiday shifts when required.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

VHBE Park Rangers serve PROS customers and Aurora residents by:

• Performing daily operational requirements at assigned sites, which may include opening and closing facilities, securing buildings, cash handling, cash register operation, preparing revenue reports, maintenance operations, traffic control, Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) boat inspections and activity/patrol reporting following established policies and procedures.
• Willing to relate in a positive way to the public while explaining park rules and regulations, state boating and wildlife regulations and city ordinances.
• Provide information and directions to the public.
• Investigate and resolve visitor complaints
• Ensure public safety and the enjoyment of park areas through positive visitor contacts.
• Perform rescue and/or first aid/CPR services to the public.
• Perform patrol in assigned location(s) by foot, by vehicle, ATV, mountain bike, other off road transportation, and by boat.
• Communicate effectively and coherently over ranger and emergency radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
• Contacting customers or Aurora residents for violations of Aurora PROS rules and regulations when necessary. This may include investigating violations, issuing summonses - report writing and appearing in court.
• Ability to issue summonses will be based upon a successful and demonstrated completion of specific training in this area as determined by a supervising ranger.
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Education/Experience: College coursework and/or a BS/BA degree in Ecology, Biology, Fishery Management, or related degree is preferred. Preferred education and/or experience in customer service, natural resources, recreation, wildlife, fisheries, ecology, and experience making contacts regarding rules and regulations, motor boat operation and emergency medical r