Park Ranger Supervisor

Park Ranger Supervisor Print ( Apply ufeff Park Ranger Supervisor Salary $87,696.00 - $111,916.80 Annually Location Sacramento, CA Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 28297-B Department Regional Parks Opening Date 03/24/2026 Closing Date 4/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position This is a continuous filing exam. The final filing date is: 5:00 pm on: 4/7/26 & 4/21/26 (final) Under direction, Park Ranger Supervisor supervises positions involved in law enforcement, fee collection, visitor services, interpretive programs, resource and wildlife protection, safety enforcement, pollution control, habitat improvement, planning and development, public relations, and related duties for the County Regional Parks System. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of + Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training + Principles and practices of law enforcement + Principles of natural resource management and protection + Information and presentation techniques to plan and review interpretive programs on historical, cultural and natural features of a park + Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to park administration and law enforcement + Principles of budget management + Principles and techniques of effective public and personnel relations + Proper operation of communication equipment such as two-way radios, pagers and cell phones + Safety procedures related to using firearms, handcuffs and batons + Basic first aid and CPR + Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment + English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Ability to + Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff + Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues + Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with the public, community groups and organizations, other departmental divisions and governmental agencies + Accurately analyze situations and recommend or adopt an effective course of action + Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing + Collect and compile a variety of data and information and complete comprehensive reports and other written documents + Remain calm and rational in stressful or emergency situations + Maintain proficiency in defensive techniques and firearms + Respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency + Provide basic first aid and CPR + Use current technologies, tools, and equipment to achieve program goals + Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to park administration and law enforcement + Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met + Monitor and interpret budgets and other financial documents Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid State of California Peace Officers Standard and Training (POST) Basic Certificate; And Six years of full-time paid or volunteer experience performing ranger activities in a public recreational park or historical area, law enforcement work, or investigative work. Note: Sacramento County Park Rangers hired prior to June 1, 2007 are exempt from possessing the POST Basic Certificate. Note: Completion of units from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, park and recreation administration, forestry, public recreation, criminal justice, natural resource management or a closely related field pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 3 semester (4 quarter) units equal one month of work experience. Note: If a period of three years has elapsed since employment as a full-time peace officer in California, successful completion of the California Basic Course Equivalency Examination administered by POST will be required before employment. The three year time period is computed from the last day of the last applicable full-time paid law enforcement employment and the date of appointment in this class. Note: If the word u201cexperienceu201d is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here ( or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County shall access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County shall also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirement: A valid First Aid and CPR certificate from the American Red Cross or another agency that meets OSHA guidelines are required within twelve months of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate certificates may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Compliance with California Government Code: Each employee shall meet the minimum standards pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1031, as may be amended from time to time: + Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Any permanent resident alien shall be disqualified from holding a position if his/her application for citizenship is denied. + Be at least 18 years of age. + Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations. + Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. For purposes of this section, a medical examination, including psychological screening, shall be required prior to appointment. Completion of POST Supervisory Course: Within twelve (12) months of appointment to this classification, the incumbent must successfully complete the State of California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Supervisory Course. Physical Requirements: While most work will be done in an office setting, incumbents in this class will also be required to: + Lift, pull, push and carry equipment and material weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance; lift heavier items with assistance. + Demonstrate color vision sufficient to distinguish colors in order to describe events in an accurate manner. + Have normal (or corrected to normal) sense of vision in order to operate a vehicle safely and perform other duties of this class. + Have normal (or corrected to normal) sense of hearing in order to operate communication equipment required for this class. + Walk and stand for long periods of time. + Have physical strength, agility, and stamina to use security equipment such as firearms, handcuffs and batons; apprehend and restrain an individual; and effect rescues in swift water conditions. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: While most work will be done in an office setting, incumbents in this class will also be required to: + Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather. + Work around dust, dirt, noise, and odors. + Work alone for extended periods of time. + Work in areas of low illumination. + Work various shifts to provide 24-7 coverage, including nights, weekends and holidays, overtime and standby. + Wear and maintain a designated uniform; including department issued safety equipment such as a duty/gun belt, handcuffs, baton, etc. + Work on uneven terrain. + Work in or near fast moving rivers and streams. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here ( to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 + Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. + Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. + Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. + Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. + A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked

Created: 2026-03-26