Arvada Reservoir Ranger - Variable

Apply to join our team today! The City of Arvada promotes Equal Pay for Equal Work. Starting salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity. The range listed reflects the entire range and typical placement is entry to mid range. Pay Range - $15.16/hr - $19.00/hr Position Purpose The Reservoir Ranger Variable supports lake recreation operations by working assigned shifts, assisting with special events, training and mentoring other rangers, and performing general maintenance tasks as needed. This position serves as a knowledgeable and courteous representative of the Parks Department and receives day-to-day direction from the Parks Supervisor. This is a seasonal position: April - October. Essential Job Functions • Checks guest bag limits along lake shore. • Performs general maintenance duties which includes trash pick-up, painting, etc. • Performs general paperwork. • Participates in teaching clinics, working with special interest groups and assisting the ranger coordinator. • Performs duties with a variety of personalities and ages of fellow employees. • Performs day to day activities, counting money, filling out log-in sheets, executing entrance/exit inspections of all boats and upholding the rules and regulations as defined in the City of Arvada personnel rules and regulations hand book.Frequently operates a personal or City-owned motor vehicle to drive to and from work locations throughout the City. Other Job Functions Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities • General knowledge of boats, trailers and Division of Wildlife State requirements. • Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, mornings and special events including the Kids Fishing Tournament and others as assigned as part of the Lake Recreation Program. • Shifts vary but may work up to 40 hours per week during the season. • Ability to be mobile and able to work outdoors and in inclement weather with minimal supervision. • Ability to work independently and/or with minimal supervision.Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to support organizational objectives and interact with all levels of personnel within the city in a positive and cooperative manner. Knowledge Skills Abilities Preferred License & Certification • Must possess Stage 1 Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination certification through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife.A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required. Education Degree High School/GED Education Required No Work Experience Related One (1) or more years experience in lake recreation and general maintenance helpful. Work Experience Preferred Other Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age. Physical Demands • Strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50+ pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions. Individuals in strenuous positions must successfully complete a physical examination to ensure their fitness for duty. Hazards Marginal to moderate exposure to conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury. Work Environment • Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements. The City of Arvada does not offer benefits to temporary and/or seasonal employees. Temporary, Variable Hour and Health Plan Eligible employees will earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum cap of 48 hours. Vision: We Dream Big and Deliver Mission: We are dedicated to delivering superior services to enhance the lives of everyone in our community. Values: • Innovation : We excel in creativity, flexibility and the use of best practices while valuing diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives. • Passion : We are a high performing, inclusive team inspiring each other to pursue excellence. • Opportunity : We value our diversity, embrace possibilities, face challenges, persevere and take action to deliver quality results. The City’s Core values are in every employee’s individual Performance Plan which helps us to reinforce our expectations for living and working by our Core Values. Every City employee is expected to perform his/her job to the highest professional standards. This includes upholding the City’s values with integrity and accountability, acting in a manner that is respectful and inclusive towards others, and adhering to the City’s policy on employee conduct as detailed in the personnel rules sec. 70-143. The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.