STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California seeks a STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER) at Lake Perris SRA in Riverside County. The role leads the Visitor Services program, supervises Peace Officers, and ensures public safety and compliance across park operations.

Requirement includes a valid California Driver License, POST certification, and eligibility for state peace officer status. Housing may be available, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid California Driver License with a good driving record.
• POST Academy/Certificate required; Peace Officer eligibility or reinstatement is necessary.
• Experience supervising Peace Officers and managing park operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise the Visitor Services program and Peace Officers.
• Manage park operations including public safety, aquatic activities, and training compliance.
• Coordinate with park leadership and district staff to meet goals.

Skills

California Driver's License

POST Certification

Law enforcement experience

Education

POST Certificate

Job description

Job Posting: STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER)

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-528703

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER)

$6,749.00 - $9,630.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/3/2026

Job Description and Duties

This is a Peace Officer Position. To be eligible, you must meet the minimum qualifications established by the Department of Human Resources AND either be currently eligible or eligible for reinstatement as a PC 830.2, California State Peace Officer.

If you are not a current peace officer and in possession of a POST – Academy, Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Certificate, you are not eligible for this position.

For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department Link: Click Here.

STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER) LAKE PERRIS STATE RECREATION AREA / INLAND EMPIRE DISTRICT /LAKE PERRIS SRA

The reporting location for this position is Lake Perris SRA located at 17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA. This position will work under the direction of the State Park Superintendent III.

The State Park Peace Officer Supervisor's main assignments include oversight and management of the Visitor Services program, supervising rank-and-file State Park Peace Officers, and managing park operations to include public safety, aquatic activities, visitor complaints, and training compliance.

This is a very diverse assignment full of challenges ranging from a high frequency of law enforcement and medical calls for service, working in the state's largest campground with many classifications, fulfilling our department's goals of connecting with youth and underserved communities, and providing access to all.

For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department link listed below before calling or emailing the listed contact.

This position also requires a valid California Driver License with a good driving record.

A trailer pad for state housing may be required

Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs, or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

For further information regarding this position, please contact John Rowe at [phone] or [e-mail].

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-528703
• Position #(s): 548-952-0980-002
• Working Title: STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER)
• Classification: STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER SUPERVISOR (RANGER) $6,749.00 - $9,630.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Riverside County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST Cert License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Sensitive Positions/Reasonable Suspicion Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
John Rowe
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for State Park Superintendent II. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
2. Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
3. Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.