Park Ranger/Naturalist

The City of Fremont's Community Services Department is recruiting for: Park Ranger/Naturalist

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The Department The Community Services Department plays a key role in enhancing the community and ensuring the citizens of Fremont receive excellent customer service through the management of recreation facilities, quality recreation and environmental programs, and park planning. The Position The primary focus of the Park Ranger/Naturalist is to enhance park safety and visitor experience through consistent patrol, community engagement, and responsive customer service. Additionally, the incumbent may conduct natural resource protection and environmental education programs . Examples of Duties Work in prescribed uniform and is responsible for general patrol and supervision of City of Fremont's parks, plazas and trails. Develop and deliver ranger interpretive programming in an urban park setting, including nature education, guided walks and public outreach. Provide high-quality customer service to park visitors, responding to questions, concerns, and safety needs in a professional manner. Perform homeless response strategies and mitigation efforts, such as posting notice to abate nuisance tags, collection on unattended property and removal of debris. Promote park stewardship and resource protection through public engagement, education, and field presence. Application Process The first review of applications is 12:00 p.m., June 1, 2026. The recruitment may close without notice after this date, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. Selection Process The process may include oral panel and individual interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, medical evaluation, and other related test components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8th . Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov . Contact Us For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov . The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. ______________________________________________________________________ Park Ranger/Naturalist Class Specifications

• Works in prescribed uniform and is responsible for general patrol and supervision of Central Park, Lake Elizabeth, recreation facilities and parks throughout Fremont.
• Assists with the development and delivery of environmental education/interpretative programs.
• Initiates and maintains community based relationships with schools and other local organizations in support of interpretive programs and park projects.
• Identifies species and behavior of a variety of native wildlife and plants.
• Assists with developing, planning, and delivering special events with an interpretive focus such as Earth Day.
• Supervises and trains part-time park staff and volunteers as needed.
• Completes minor maintenance work on vehicles, equipment and facilities.
• Provides assistance and acts as a liaison to the public, responding to questions concerning park and recreation facilities, programs, policies, and rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and enforces the Fremont Municipal Code or other rules, regulations and ordinances pertaining to park operations within the City, including the issuance of citations.
• Operates bicycles, motorized boats, patrol vehicles, and two-way radios.
• Operates building alarms and makes security checks of City facilities.
• Dispatches calls for service including receiving and responding to phone calls.
• Investigates, collects evidence, statements and prepares reports in response to complaints, crime, injury accidents, and other park incidents.
• Testifies in administrative hearings and court proceedings. Marginal Functions
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of:

State and local laws related to park operations and management; water and/or small craft safety; citation procedures; park operation practices and procedures including fire control and security systems; and activity instructions.

Skill in:

Communicating courteously and intelligently with the public representing a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; being firm yet tactful in stressful situations; keeping accurate records; operating a patrol boat, motor vehicle and two-way radio; instructing or leading the following activities: sailing, fishing, camping, kayaking, and environmental interpretation; swimming to rescue oneself and others from deep water in waterfront and boating operations; carrying out independent work responsibilities; and following written and verbal instructions. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Education/Experience Equivalent to college level course work in park management, recreation administration, public relations, environmental studies, ecology, supervision, or other related field; and one year of experience in park management or park supervision, related law enforcement, or a related field. A college degree in park management, recreation, or related field may substitute for work experience. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements Possession of a Class C California driver's license at the time of appointment and satisfactory driving record. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment. A valid certificate in Penal Code Section 832 must be secured and maintained prior to completion of the probationary period. Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during employment, current certificates in Red Cross Standard First Aid and Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalents. Higher level certifications may be submitted in substitution. Willingness to work a variety of schedule formats. Physical and Environmental Demands Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = >66%

Sitting:

Up to Frequent

• varies

Walking:

Up to Frequent

• varies

Standing:

Occasional Bending (neck): Frequent Bending (waist):

Occasional Squatting:

Rare Climbing:

Rare Kneeling:

Rare Crawling:

Rare Jumping:

Rare Balancing:

Occasional Twisting (neck): Frequent Twisting (waist): Rare Grasp

• light (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp
• light (non-dominant): Frequent Grasp
• firm (dominant hand): Rare Grasp
• firm (non-dominant): Rare Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional Reach
• at/below shoulder: Frequent Reach
• above shoulder level:

Rare Push/pull:

Up to 10 lbs. Rare 11 to 25 lbs. Rare 26 to 50 lbs. Rare

• not daily occurrence 51 to 75 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence 76 to 100 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence Over 100 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence

Lifting:

Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Rare

• not daily occurrence 26 to 50 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence 51 to 75 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence 76 to 100 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence Over 100 lbs. Rare
• not daily occurrence

Carrying:

Up to 10 lbs. Rare 11 to 25 lbs. Rare 26 to 50 lbs. Never 51 to 75 lbs. Never 76 to 100 lbs. Never Over 100 lbs.

Never Coordination:

Eye-hand:

Required Eye-hand-foot:

Required Driving:

Required Vision:

Acuity, near: Required Acuity, far: Required Depth perception:

Required Accommodation:

Required Color vision: Required Field of vision:

Required Talking:

Face-to-face contact: Required Verbal contact w/others:

Required Public:

Required Hearing:

Normal conversation: Required Telephone communication: Required Earplugs required: Not required Work environment: Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature/humidity, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, exposure to flames or burning items, works around others, works alone, works with others.

Class Code:

6750

FLSA:

Non-exempt EEOC Code:

4 Barg.

Unit:

CFEA Probation:

12 months Rev.: 11/15