Park Ranger Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.25 - $20.97 Hourly
Location : Chula Vista, CA
Job Type: Hourly, Part-Time
Job Number: 26743404H
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 04/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/10/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Description and Essential Functions
To patrol assigned areas and enforce park rules and regulations; to provide direct assistance to park patrons; to perform routine park maintenance tasks; and to perform related duties as assigned.
This is a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly or per diem basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.
Essential Functions
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: monitor assigned areas for overall public safety; identify hazards to patrons; observe patrons to ensure compliance with park safety rules and regulations; issue parking citations; provide direct assistance to park patrons; for deposit reimbursement, posting of reserved parks and shelters; direct patrons to picnic areas and other park locations; direct traffic to available parking lots; patrol and lock down park areas after hours; administer first aid; assist with emergency situations where indicated; update daily activity logbook and write incident reports; perform routine maintenance and repair of park facilities; clean and maintain park shelters, restrooms, fields and picnic grounds; collect rubbish and empty trash receptacles; ensure that facilities are appropriately supplied; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be one year of experience in related employment with heavy public contact and training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Courses in conflict resolution or other related areas are highly desirable. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license. PC 832 Certificate must be obtained within 12 months of employment. American Red Cross certifications in CPR and First Aid must be attained within three months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: principles of good customer service; first aid and CPR; park cleaning and maintenance practices and procedures; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: read, interpret and write reports; respond to the public using tact and diplomacy; communicate park policies to patrons and resolve park issues; determine patron parking violations and issue parking citations; report inappropriate behavior to the proper authorities; operate and drive a City vehicle; work as a team member in a challenging changing environment; use various tools to complete maintenance and repairs to park facilities; work night shifts, weekends and holidays; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
On a continuous basis, stand, bend, crouch, stoop, or walk for prolonged periods of time, sometimes on uneven and slippery terrain; lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder; drive a City vehicle to various worksites; verbal ability to communicate in person; use a two-way radio and telephone; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to wet, cold, windy, hot and/or humid conditions when performing duties outdoors.
Additional Information
Recruitment No. 26743404H
To be considered, applicants must submit a completed City Application. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Candidates whose application indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail.
RETIREMENT
Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS.
SICK LEAVE
Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

02
Do you currently possess or can you obtain by the date of hire a current and valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Associate's degree
• High School / GED

04
Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of responsible experience in a position that includes high public contact?

• Yes
• No

05
If you answered "YES", please describe your experience in detail below. If you do not have experience, indicate "N/A".
06
This position works a variety of shifts seven (7) days a week between 5:00am to 12:00am. The typical shifts are listed below but are subject to change:

• 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• 12:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

• I understand that I must be available to work any variation of shift assigned.

07
Please use the boxes below to identify any current certificates you have. Check all that apply.

• CPR / First Aid
• PC 832
• Other (list below)

08
If you selected "other" above, please list all certificates that you currently have:
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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

Required Question