County of Solano Job Announcement

Park Ranger Assistant

Recruitment #14-422020-01

Approximate Salary:$39,356.10 - $47,837.43/year
Final Filing Date:7/30/2014 5:00:00 PM
Contact Information:Joy Cadiz (707) 784-3405
Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive
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INTRODUCTION

FUN. RECREATION. RELAXATION.

The Parks & Recreation Division of the Department of Resource Management is the Steward of Solano County's natural and cultural resources.  The Division creates safe environments and showcases the County's facilities in order for visitors to enjoy diverse recreational experiences.

Sandy Beach Located in Rio Vista, Sandy Beach is the only local sand beach on the Sacramento River.

Lake Solano Located in Winters, the shaded shorelines of Lake Solano are reminiscent of a Mark Twain riverside setting. 

To learn more about the Parks & Recreation Division please visit: http://solanocounty.com/depts/rm/countypark/homepage.asp

 

THE POSITION

Park Ranger Assistants learn how to use the proper tools to perform routine grounds maintenance work in County park, enforce County Park regulations, learn techniques and procedures to keep parks clean and safe and perform related duties as required.  

    

The current vacancy exists in the Department of Resource Management Parks & Recreation Division for a regular full-time position. 

 

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.   

 

BENEFITS

Solano County offers a comprehensive benefit package to full and part-time employee which includes a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. Medical insurance is effective the first of the month following date of hire.  The County contribution for family coverage for the 2014 calendar year is $1,448.30 per month. If the medical plan costs are less than $1,448.30 per month, employees will receive the difference as taxable earnings to a maximum of $334.58. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.  

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.  

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 78 full-time pay periods (approximately three years). Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Additionally, the County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.  

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, and 25 years.

To review the complete benefits package for this position, please visit the following link: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16477

SELECTION PROCESS

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g. required copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date. Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.  

Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely.  Omitted information will not be considered or assumed.  Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.  

1.  Park Ranger Assistants are assigned to one of the following Solano County Parks: Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA, or Lake Solano in Winters, CA.  Which of the parks are you interested in working at?
  Neither park
  Sandy Beach
  Lake Solano
  Both Sandy Beach and Lake Solano

2.  Upon appointment, you may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.  You may also be required to take vacation during low park usage months.  Do you understand this requirement? 
Yes  No 

3.  Do you have a valid California Class C Driver's License?
Yes  No 

4.  Describe a work or non-work experience where you spent significant time outdoors.

5.  Describe a work or volunteer experience where you helped or worked directly with other people.

6.  Have you ever had an internship or volunteered for parks, recreation, or natural resource management?  What was the name of the organization, your duties, and the time period?

7.  Please list any other training or experience, not previously mentioned, where you learned about any of the following:  recreation, landscaping, cleaning, construction, trail work, mowers, power tools, and/or all-terrain vehicles.

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

 

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/inc/blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=18134. This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

SOLANO COUNTY

Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland. Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base. 
 

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

 

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

 

 

 

 

 

 

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

 

 

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER