Park Ranger I/II: Habitat Restoration & Field Ops

County of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The County of Riverside's Regional Park and Open-Space District seeks Park Ranger I/II candidates for the Hidden Valley Wildlife Area in Riverside. Responsibilities include monitoring and patrolling the Reserve, assisting with fence maintenance, habitat restoration, and trash cleanup to protect natural resources.

Ideal candidates will work independently in rural areas, operate equipment from weed trimmers to tractors, and follow safety standards while coordinating with law enforcement and fire

Qualifications

• Independence in rural/remote settings and safe operations.
• Knowledge of native vegetation in conservation areas.
• Park operations experience in a Park Ranger, Park Attendant or similar role.
• Ability to de-escalate conflicts and coordinate with law enforcement and fire officials.
• Experience handling interactions with diverse publics, including unsheltered individuals.
• Ability to operate equipment from weed trimmers to large tractors.
• Knowledge of safe herbicide application practices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and GIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Explain and enforce park policies, laws, and ordinances; register visitors and collect fees.
• Patrol open-space, wildlife habitat reserves, and conservation land; maintain signs and access controls.
• Plan and participate in habitat creation/restoration; assist with prescribed burns.
• Monitor records and prepare reports; assist in emergency situations and safety.
• Provide custodial support and park maintenance work with staff.
• Maintain equipment and support park operations as needed.

Skills

Independent work in rural areas

Native vegetation knowledge

Park operations experience

De-escalation & law enforcement/ fire-

Interacting with unsheltered

Operate equipment (weed trimmers to Tr

Herbicide safety knowledge

MS Office & GIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, park or recreation management, forestry, botany, environmental science, or closely related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Job description

The County of Riverside's Regional Park and Open-Space District seeks Park Ranger I/II candidates for the Hidden Valley Wildlife Area in Riverside. Responsibilities include monitoring and patrolling the Reserve, assisting with fence maintenance, habitat restoration, and trash cleanup to protect natural resources.

Ideal candidates will work independently in rural areas, operate equipment from weed trimmers to tractors, and follow safety standards while coordinating with law enforcement and fire