Park Ranger Supervisor-Parks

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County.

A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

Riverside County Regional Park and Open- Space District is seeking a dedicated Park Ranger Supervisor to lead the Santa Ana River Bottom Unit.

This position is based out of the Headquarters in Jurupa Valley and is responsible for overseeing and participating in a variety of operational, maintenance, and outreach projects across Western Riverside County on lands managed by the Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District.

The Ranger Supervisor will provide training and day-to-day supervision of Park Maintenance and Ranger staff.

The Ranger Supervisor will coordinate closely with the Natural Resources Manager and will be required to create, track, execute, and report project work lists.

The supervisor will patrol the Santa Ana River Bottom on foot or in a 4X4 vehicle while enforcing county ordinance by gaining willful compliance from patrons in the river.

Daily duties will include OHV patrols, interacting and providing resources to individuals experiencing homelessness, conducting habitat restoration, fence repairs, and removing debris left behind from abandoned encampments.

The incumbent will also play a critical role in homeless outreach efforts, using ArcGIS technology to document findings and progress.

The Ranger Supervisor will work in collaboration with public agencies and service providers to develop and implement effective outreach strategies and contribute toward achieving program goals.
The ideal candidate for the Park Ranger Supervisor position will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in park and natural resource management, particularly in habitat conservation, preservation, and wildlife habitat improvements.

They will have a solid understanding of environmental laws and regulations, including those related to endangered and covered species, as well as County and Game Code Ordinances.

Experience working in areas with high levels of homelessness and providing outreach or resources to individuals in need is essential.

Competitive candidates will be highly proficient in the use of ArcGIS for mapping, tracking, and reporting, as well as Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and communication.

They will have experience reviewing and making recommendations on site plans and specifications for park projects and be capable of interpreting and enforcing park policies and County ordinances with fairness and tact.

Strong leadership skills are critical, as the successful candidate will be responsible for training and supervising staff in the safe, effective promotion, protection, and utilization of park resources in the Santa Ana River Bottom.

The Park Ranger Supervisor - Parks is the supervisory level classification in the Park Ranger series and reports to the Natural Resources Manager.

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