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Park Ranger Trainee - Shift
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Kern County
Bakersfield, CA (In Person)
$52,252 Salary, Full-Time
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Park Ranger Trainee - Shift Kern County - 3.8 Bakersfield, CA Job Details Full-time $3,967.32 - $4,741.32 a month 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Non-CDL Class C Full Job Description
The Human Resources Division may limit the number advancing to the physical ability exam to approximately the TOP 40, based upon the final earned results of the written exam.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process. Names will be placed on one eligible list in order of final grades.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required upon appointment. In accordance with Government Code Section 1031, to be appointed as a peace officer in California, incumbents must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public; to think and react quickly and adapt an effective course of action; understand and follow oral and written directions; read, interpret and understand state and federal laws and County ordinances; stay calm and respond appropriately during highly stressful situations; develop skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment; write clear, grammatically correct and concise reports; and perform general mathematical calculations.
Full job description for: Park Ranger Trainee Learn more about this position with the Kern County Sheriff's Office! Watch our recruitment video hereIf you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Tiffany Nacke at or call 661-868-3157.This position works within the Kern County Sheriff's Office. For more information about the department, please view their website here.
To learn more about Kern County, click here or follow us: Growth MindsetWe always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
JOB JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL Q&A EVENT FOR THIS POSITION ON
JUNE 9, 2026, from 4:00pm - 6:00pm at 34970 McMurtrey Ave Bakersfield, CA 93308EXAMINATIONSCHEDULE
Written Exam In-person:
June 24, 2026Physical Agility Exam In-person:
Tentatively scheduled for July 10, 2026WRITTEN EXAM (Weight 100%): May include knowledge of English grammar and spelling, general mathematics, and other relative subjects.PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST
(PASS/FAIL): The Kern County Human Resources Division will schedule, notify and administer a Physical Ability Test. See below for a full description of the Physical Ability Test.The Human Resources Division may limit the number advancing to the physical ability exam to approximately the TOP 40, based upon the final earned results of the written exam.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process. Names will be placed on one eligible list in order of final grades.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required upon appointment. In accordance with Government Code Section 1031, to be appointed as a peace officer in California, incumbents must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
Physical and Psychological Requirement:
Applicants must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.Physical Exam:
Passing of a rigid medical exam by County physician is required.Vision:
20/100 uncorrected in each eye, correctable to 20/20. No color deficiency or permanent/progressive eye abnormalities.Hearing:
No hearing deficiency.Minimum Age:
20.5 years of age by the final filing date, must be 21 years of age upon appointment to Park Ranger Trainee.Character:
Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness and be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Felony law violations will be disqualifying, and except for a limited number of minor traffic offenses, misdemeanor offenses may also be disqualifying. Appointees will be fingerprinted and required to pass an extensive background investigation.Psychological Examination:
Emotional and mental conditions shall be evaluated by a psychologist that meets the applicable education and training requirements as set forth by the Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training. Evaluation is designed for the conduct of pre-employment psychological screening of peace officers.Knowledge of:
English grammar and spelling, and general mathematics.Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public; to think and react quickly and adapt an effective course of action; understand and follow oral and written directions; read, interpret and understand state and federal laws and County ordinances; stay calm and respond appropriately during highly stressful situations; develop skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment; write clear, grammatically correct and concise reports; and perform general mathematical calculations.
Full job description for: Park Ranger Trainee Learn more about this position with the Kern County Sheriff's Office! Watch our recruitment video hereIf you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Tiffany Nacke at or call 661-868-3157.This position works within the Kern County Sheriff's Office. For more information about the department, please view their website here.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.To learn more about Kern County, click here or follow us: Growth MindsetWe always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.