Park Ranger Jobs

This position is responsible for patrolling City of Doral parks, facilities, and grounds. Informs patrons about park rules and regulations; to include codes and ordinances. The Park Ranger's duties include: patrolling of park property by foot or by vehicle, the enforcement of City of Doral ordinances, and ensuring the safety of patrons and employees while at City park properties. Park Rangers are unarmed and have authority under the City's Code to enforce park rules, issue park exclusions, warnings, and/or citations when necessary. Specific assignments are received from the Park Ranger's supervisor(s).

This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week.

Essential Functions:

• Testifies in court concerning work activities or Special Magistrate as needed;
• Uses radio communication equipment to call Law Enforcement Officers, Emergency medical Services, or other personnel when required;
• Patrols assigned City of Doral parks and facilities;
• Enforces applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and other regulations by issuing warnings and written notices of violations to the appropriate authorities;
• Prepares incident reports and logs in accordance with departmental rules, regulation, and procedures;
• Provides public assistance, including but not limited to first aid and traffic control;
• Interacts effectively with the public; greets park visitors and explains park rules, regulations, and City ordinances; provides directions and handles public inquiries and complaints;
• Exercises independent judgement in determining the appropriate course of action when dealing with public nuisances, group conflict, and general public interactions and determines when situations require law enforcement assistance/intervention;
• Detects and investigates any reported or unreported hazards, possible safety problems, and violations within the park grounds and facilities;

• Performs other related work as required.

• Must obtain certification in CPR and First Aid during the first 6 months of employment, and maintain certifications for continued employment
• Employees in this class will be required to satisfactorily complete a departmental training course. The contents and training include, but is not limited to: constitutional, criminal law, City Ordinances, rules of evidence, crash investigation, first responder techniques, traffic direction and control, parking enforcement, report writing, trial procedures and testimony, crime scene investigation, physical training and conditioning, and practicum exercises.
• High School Diploman or GED is required
• Must possess a State of Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

• Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with human interactions.
• Ability to adjust to changes in assignments without undesirable effects upon performance.
• Must be able to work variable hours and shift schedules as needed.
• Knowledge of public relations principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic legal concepts as they relate to the classification of crimes.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of first aid.
• Ability to control situations requiring traffic direction.
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and courtesy in dealing with a variety of people.
• Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws of the State of Florida.
• Ability to receive instruction from various superiors on an ever-changing basis.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, to groups and individuals.
• Ability to use mobile or hand-held radio equipment and related communications equipment.
• Ability to use computers for data entry.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to prepare a variety of specialized reports.
• Ability to use computers for word processing and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to render first aid.
• Knowledge of basic chemistry concepts related to latent fingerprint processing.
• Ability to weigh facts and maintain objectivity in making decisions.
• Knowledge of the various reports and forms utilized in the course of work.

• Ability to move or drag up to 165 lbs without assistance; carry up to 50 lbs short distances without assistance.
• Ability to sit for extended period of time at computer.
• Ability to participate in rigorous physical exercises including running, sit-ups, squats, climbing, pushing and pulling during the departmental training course.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while driving a motor vehicle maintaining constant vigilance to the surrounding area.
• Ability to stand for extended periods in the roadway, in all kinds of weather conditions, while moving hands and arms above shoulders and operating a whistle.