Part Time Park & Trail Ranger

The City of San Marcos is hiring a Part-Time Park & Trail Ranger to promote outdoor recreation and safety across its parks and trails. Responsibilities include enforcing park rules, assisting with events, and providing information to the public. Candidates must be at least 18, have a valid California Driver’s License, and be available for flexible shifts, including weekends. This position requires in-person work in San Marcos, CA.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department is currently recruiting to fill a Part -Time Park and Trail Ranger vacancy.Don’t delay, apply today!The City of San Marcos is proud to offer many recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. With more than 72 miles of trail and 44 parks, San Marcos offers an extensive trail network that is ideal for hiking, biking, running, and equestrian use.The Park Ranger Division is committed to providing the community with opportunities to access the natural outdoor environment for the purpose of learning, teaching and recreation. It is our mission to inspire individuals to be advocates for sustainability, conservation and healthy lifestyles. Acting as a source of public information about the more than 40 City parks and trail network, park rangers interpret and enforce park rules and regulations for visitors, assist with various events and programs and ensure safety for park patrons.This is the entry level class in the Park and Trail Ranger series. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of skill level as positions allocated to the Lead Park and Trails Ranger positions. The Park and Trail Ranger normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. The Park and Trail Ranger will act as parking enforcement personnel for non-moving violations at City Parks and City Facilities as needed. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. The immediate supervisor or task leader may, at times, provide close and constant supervision. Advancement to the Lead Park and Trail Ranger level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions and is at the discretion of supervisory and/or management staff.Part-Time positions are limited to working no more than an average of 20 hours per week and no more than 999 hours per fiscal year. Specific hours for each position are determined per department and per budgetary approval. This position will require morning, afternoon, evening and weekend hours.The Perks:
• Be a leader and community outdoor ambassador
• Inspire others to be advocates for sustainability, conservation and healthy lifestyles
• An outdoor work environment
• Directly make an impact
• Competitive pay

The Essentials:
• Be at least 18 years of age with valid California Driver’s License
• Weekend availability
• Experience working with groups of school age children is a plus
• Experience working in park operations
• Pass the pre-employment requirements

Shifts available:Morning – Weekday and Weekends In addition to the completed application, answers to the required supplemental questions are required in consideration of this position. The City of San Marcos will contact qualified and selected candidates for interviews via email to invite the candidates to select available interview slots through the Self Scheduling Portal. Please be sure to check your email for communication from the City of San Marcos regarding this opportunity and further instructions.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by Human Resources via email to schedule an in-person interview.

Interviews: March 13th, 9:00am