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Individuals in this class may have minimal direct experience and will work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. As an incumbent’s responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase and as they gain experience, they can reasonably expect the complexity of their assignments and/or responsibility to increase. General supervision is provided by a higher level professional or management position.  A Recreation Leader may provide lead direction to part-time or seasonal employees if applicable. Under the general direction of the Recreation Supervisor or the Parks & Recreation Director. with project oversight by Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader assists with developing, organizing, implementing, and leading a broad range of recreational activities and programs for all ages designed to meet the community needs and performs other related work required. 

Part-Time: Up to 20 hours a week 

NOTE Regarding Salary: A 3% COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) will apply as of 6-24-24

Valley Water is searching for top-tier candidates to fill this exciting opportunity. Internal candidates will get first consideration.

Overview:
Are you ready to make a difference in safeguarding critical infrastructure and enhancing staff resilience? Valley Water is searching for a talented individual to step into the role of Security Manager.
 
The Security Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating organization-wide security services at Valley Water. Reporting to the Assistant Officer of Emergency, Security & Safety, this mid-management position is responsible for planning, managing, and executing strategic security initiatives to protect Valley Water's infrastructure, assets and staff, and the community. The Security Manager provides expert guidance, formulates policies, and fosters partnerships with local, county, state, and federal agencies to ensure the highest level of security preparedness. The Security Manager is entrusted with the strategic development and implementation of security programs, plans, and processes. This role requires extensive professional expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
 
 Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, manages, and oversees all functions, operations, and activities of the security unit, including contract security services, physical security systems and technologies, un-housed abatement, shooter awareness program, threat and vulnerability assessments and communication protocols.
• Develops programs, strategies, and solutions for security to ensure effective planning for accomplishment of organizational objectives, safety and security for employees, the community and Valley Water’s infrastructure and assets, including water supply and distribution systems, and compliance with all applicable policies, regulations, rules, and laws.
• Develops, implements and manages strategic vulnerability and threat assessments and mitigation plans to protect water supplies, distributions systems and all District facilities from including acts of terrorism; performs vulnerability studies and analysis of disaster and security response capabilities, including Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Risk Assessment Methodology for Water Utilities (RAM-W) and Dam Assessment Matrix for Security and Vulnerability Risk (DAMSVR) assessments; assesses and determines appropriate level of security needs. 
• Leads efforts to explore new tools and technologies to improve existing physical security and add security assets to new facilities and property.
• Works collaboratively and engages with appropriate social service and law enforcement agencies to address un-housed abatement in Valley Water creeks and other properties; fulfills security requests to support field work.
• Administers contracts for security and security related services; reviews and evaluates compliance of contractor services with Valley Water’s contract standards and provisions; recommends improvements as required in procedures, techniques, and training.
• Provides staff leadership, oversight, guidance, and daily management of assigned unit; develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; manages budgets and forecasts resource needs.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; provides staff and performance reviews and implements discipline measures and manages the Security Office on-call program.
• Oversees, makes recommendations for, and approves the acquisition of security system hardware and software purchases. 
• Develops and delivers effective communication and training programs and activities, such as the Active Shooter Awareness program, to promote security and emergency awareness and preparedness for Valley Water staff, contractors, and the community.  
• Establishes ongoing relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, including the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC); monitors notifications of intelligence, information and alerts from the Office of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the Awareness National Security Intelligence Reports, as well as the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies and American Water Works Association.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:
 Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.
 
 Ideal Experience:

• Experience in law enforcement, homeland security, military police or security program management (a minimum of five years).
• A minimum of two years of experience supervising staff.
• Background partnering with law enforcement, community stakeholders and the general public to address challenges related to un-housed encampments.
• Experience in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies to protect people from security threats, protect water infrastructure from terrorism, vandalism, sabotage, and other security threats.
• Experience performing threat and vulnerability assessments, identifying gaps, recommending solutions, and driving organizational change.
• Experience selecting, motivating, supervising, and evaluating a team as well as overseeing additional external resources and partners.
• Strong background in crisis management and emergency response planning, including the development of contingency plans and protocols for responding to security incidents and emergencies.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate security-related information to diverse audiences, including board members, elected officials, employees, and the public.
• Exceptional people skills – able to work with, and establish relationships with, Valley Water’s numerous stakeholders including the executive team, elected officials, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex projects involving multidisciplinary teams that require coordination and collaboration with external agencies of all levels.  
• When called upon, comfortable communicating in public including with the media.
• Manage the strategic development and implementation of security programs, plans and processes. 
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, work plans and performance measures related to security efforts. 
• Provide administrative, management and professional leadership and expertise related to security programs and strategies. 
• Manage the investigation of complex and sensitive security problems and coordinate investigations with law enforcement and/or other public- sector agencies.
• Develop and implement security awareness programs.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Understand technical issues related to security vulnerability analysis and preparedness for a wide range of emergencies. 
• Apply Security RAM-W (Risk Assessment Methodology-Water) and DAMSVR (Dam Assessment matrix for Security and Vulnerability Risk) assessment techniques.
• Perform efficiently and effectively under emergency conditions.
• Coordinate various security activities in a cooperative relationship within Valley Water and with governmental agencies and the community.
• Provide effective leadership as part of a security team to provide service and support to Valley Water’s workforce on security concerns.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar, syntax, and cultural competence. 

Ideal Knowledge:

• Security concepts and procedures; security survey methods, trends, and emerging technologies of security operations.
• Intelligence processing, situational analysis and standard investigative methods and techniques and vulnerability and risk assessment methodologies and applications.
• Planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and coordination of assigned security operations.
• Modern security procedures, systems, communication protocols and technologies applicable to industrial facilities.
• Workplace violence prevention, including active shooter and terrorist threat mitigation.
• Computer software applications, such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other specialized software and databases.
• Knowledge of design standards and guidelines for securing water facilities and assets against unauthorized access, sabotage, vandalism, and theft.

Ideal Training and Education:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, public administration or other field related to the assigned functional area.

 

Required License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

*LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

· Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

· 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation @ Hire

· Reduced Training Period

· Reduced Probationary Period

· Relocation Assistance May Be Available

*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with an adult county, state, or federal correctional institution.

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for the classification of Correctional Officer.  Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security. 

About the Sheriff’s Department :

The Yuba County Sheriff's Department is responsible for the administration of the Yuba County Jail and Jail staff. The Mission of the Yuba County Jail is to provide safe, efficient, humane and secure custody of all persons incarcerated. The county prisoner population is made up of those who are sentenced to county jail, those serving state prison sentences in the county jail under AB109, and those who are pre-trial and who have not yet been sentenced. The jail provides a necessary link in the criminal justice system. There are numerous programs operating within the facility including medical, kitchen, exercise, commissary, visiting, law library, inmate education, work programs, work furlough program, and inmate classification.

To learn more about becoming an Academy Graduate Police Officer with the City of Rocklin visit JoinRocklinPD.org

*Effective July 2024 this position will receive a 2% base salary increase

Applications will be reviewed at the following cut-offs:

June 21, 2024

THE POSITION

The City of Rocklin is hiring Academy Graduate Police Officers to join the Rocklin Police Department. Academy Graduate Police Officers will join the department and begin an 18-month program to earn their Basic POST certificate. An example of duties that an Academy Graduate Police Officers will perform under close supervision are:

• Assumes responsibility for the preservation of the public peace and the protection of life and property by preventing crime and enforcing all laws.
• Patrols an assigned area in an automobile, other vehicle, or on foot for the purpose of preventing criminal activity and enforcing traffic laws and regulations; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary; responds to calls for protection of life and property and performs enforcement duties.
• Conducts interviews with victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; searches crime scenes for evidence; collects, packages, and preserves evidence; testifies in court.
• Detects, pursues, apprehends, and arrests or detains persons involved in crimes or misconduct; confronts and arrests violent combative subjects; books and transports prisoners; serves warrants and subpoenas.
• Conducts preliminary or follow-up investigations; prepares reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
• Directs traffic and/or performs crowd control during special events and in emergency situations.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. • Actively develops and fosters community partnerships and demonstrates integrity and professionalism within the organization and community.
• Represents the City and the department in a courteous, professional manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by 30 college-level semester units from a regionally accredited educational institution.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Certificate of completion from a POST approved California law enforcement academy.

Working Conditions

Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation.

Must be willing to work emergencies as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Must meet physical, psychological, and background standards established by POST as well as ongoing peace officer requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation. This classification requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment. This classification functions as a peace officer within the authority and limits of California Penal Code Sections 830.1(a) and 832.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will be screened against the minimum requirements. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to attend a Physical Agility Test (PAT). 

Those who receive a passing score on the PAT will be invited to a Structured Oral Examination.

Depending on the number of applications received, additional screening may be conducted.

The City of Livermore is seeking an experience professional to be the City's primary point of contact for City contracts, purchasing policies and procedures, professional and general services contracts, and general procurement.

The City of Healdsburg is seeking a full-time Senior Project Manager to join the Public Works Department. This position will have a primary focus on the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This is an opportunity to gain a diverse range of hands-on experience in municipal engineering, collaborate across department lines and serve on several amazing upcoming projects, including:

• 4,200 square-foot Fire Substation
• Front Street Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement
• $15 M – Federal Grant Funded – Healdsburg Avenue Complete Streets Project
• Federal Grant Funded – Grove Street Neighborhood Plan Implementation
• Healdsburg Avenue/Mill District Connectivity
• FAA Funded – Airport Taxiway Improvements

There will be no shortage in projects, as Healdsburg continually collaborates with colleagues and stakeholders on CIP with a strong focus in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability that values our diverse community.

By joining our team at the City of Healdsburg, you can take advantage of our amazing benefits, such as low to no cost health insurance rates, CalPERS retirement pension, City sponsored LTD and $100,000 Life Insurance, 40+ hours of management leave and generous paid time off! 

The salary range for the Senior Project Manager position is $118,450.43 - $144,532.78 annually. In addition to a competitive salary, retirement through CalPERS and generous benefits package, you may be eligible for a hiring incentive and relocation assistance:

• Up to $2,500 upon hire and $2,500 upon successful completion of probation.
• Relocation Assistance up to $2,500 for candidates outside of a 100-mile radius of the city.

The deadline to apply for this position is September 4, 2024, at 11:59pm. 

Applications will be reviewed on the 1st and 15th of each month. Interviews may be scheduled at any time until the position have been filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time without notice. Prompt application is encouraged. 

To review the full position description, and to submit an application, visit: Healdsburg.gov/jobs

**The City of Healdsburg has one vacancy within the Public Works Department's Capital Improvement Projects Division that may be filled at Senior Project Manager classification or, upon City Council approval, at the Senior Civil Engineer classification. Placement upon hire is dependent on recruitment outcome. To be considered for both positions, you must apply to the separate, concurrent recruitments being conducted. Applicants are encouraged to review the minimum qualifications for each position**
 

The City of Healdsburg is seeking a full-time Senior Civil Engineer to join the Public Works Department. This position will have a primary focus on the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This is an opportunity to gain a diverse range of hands-on experience in municipal engineering, collaborate across department lines and serve on several amazing upcoming projects, including:

• 4,200 square-foot Fire Substation
• Front Street Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement
• $15 M – Federal Grant Funded – Healdsburg Avenue Complete Streets Project
• Federal Grant Funded – Grove Street Neighborhood Plan Implementation
• Healdsburg Avenue/Mill District Connectivity
• FAA Funded – Airport Taxiway Improvements

There will be no shortage in projects, as Healdsburg continually collaborates with colleagues and stakeholders on CIP with a strong focus in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability that values our diverse community.

By joining our team at the City of Healdsburg, you can take advantage of our amazing benefits, such as low to no cost health insurance rates, CalPERS retirement pension, City sponsored LTD and $100,000 Life Insurance, 40+ hours of management leave and generous paid time off!

The salary range for the Senior Civil Engineer position is $122,746.56 - $149,774.88 annually. In addition to a competitive salary, retirement through CalPERS and generous benefits package, you may be eligible for a hiring incentive and relocation assistance:

• Up to $2,500 upon hire and $2,500 upon successful completion of probation.
• Relocation Assistance up to $2,500 for candidates outside of a 100-mile radius of the city.

The deadline to apply for this position is September 4, 2024, at 11:59pm. 

Applications will be reviewed on the 1st and 15th of each month. Interviews may be scheduled at any time until the position have been filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time without notice. Prompt application is encouraged. 

To review the full position description, and to submit an application, visit: Healdsburg.gov/jobs

**The City of Healdsburg has one vacancy within the Public Works Department's Capital Improvement Projects Division that may be filled at the Senior Civil Engineer classification, upon City Council approval, or at the Senior Project Manager classification. Placement upon hire is dependent on recruitment outcome. To be considered for both positions, you must apply to the separate, concurrent recruitments being conducted. Applicants are encouraged to review the minimum qualifications for each position** 
 

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of

Principal Civil Engineer

Kindly refer to the online brochure for a comprehensive description of this position and follow the instructions on how to apply by copying and pasting the following link to your browser: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGGE7Y_V4U/NTOscD26wJASatRCzMNEfQ/view?utm_content=DAGGE7Y_V4U&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

The Position

The Department of Public Works seeks well-qualified candidates for the position of Principal Civil Engineer. This is an amazing opportunity to join a hard-working team of results-driven professionals.

The Principal Civil Engineer plans, organizes, and directs the staff and operations of a major functional section within the Public Works Department, including engineering design, construction management, surveying, and mapping. In addition, the Principal Civil Engineer supervises professional and technical staff related to these functions and performs a variety of professional engineering tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. The current vacancy is in the Design and Construction Management Section.

This position is a full managerial position in the Engineer series, with the following responsibilities:

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and manage performance of professional and technical staff.
• Work cooperatively with the other Divisions and Sections in the Department, including providing timely budget or cost information, as well as, working with other County Departments.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy Director on staffing-levels needed based on anticipated design projects, construction inspection, and administration needs.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy Director on staffing levels, positions, and responsibilities for the Department’s mapping tasks, map filing needs, and efficient storage of information.
• Understand, manage, and budget the funding sources that finance the different activities in the Design and Construction Management Section, including the costs associated with general drafting, counter assistance, and cost of reviewing record maps.
• Oversee and manage the budget and performance measurement requirements and reporting for the Design and Construction Management Section.
• Oversee and manage the design of infrastructure projects ensuring they meet quality standards and project goals.
• Act as the Resident Engineer on construction projects ensuring they are completed safely, on-time and on-budget and per the contract documents.
• Review competed projects with the applicable Divisions or Departments to improve on future projects.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is forward-thinking and has a good balance of technical expertise and leadership abilities, with the following attributes:

• Well-versed in design, construction, and/or operation of roadways and appurtenances, flood control facilities, and/or utilities.
• Able to foster an environment of teamwork, and motivate, mentor, and engage employees.
• Service-oriented and committed to high quality work products and organizational excellence.
• Collaborative and able to assist management in achieving budget and performance initiatives.
• Willing to take reasonable risks, not threatened by change, and promotes and welcomes new, creative ideas.
• Ability to manage several projects and staff to ensure that deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Ability to convey technical information to the public in written or oral format that is easily understandable.
• Thinks clearly under pressure, maintains a positive attitude, and shares a sense of humor.
• Effective in intergovernmental settings and has a realistic knowledge of permit processes and requirements with Federal and State agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the state of California.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is three years of responsible supervisory engineer experience including difficult and complex field and office work in planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering and municipal public works planning, design, construction, and administration.
• Methods and materials used in the design, construction, and inspection of varied civil engineering projects.
• Principles and practices of public administration, organization, and management.
• Principles, practices, and procedures of budget preparation, budget administration, and budget control.
• Principles and practices of contract preparations, negotiations, and administration.
• Practices and procedures as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Principles and procedures of personnel management such as supervision, selection, training, discipline, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and procedures of safety management as it relates to public works projects.

Skill/Ability to:

• Acquire subject matter expertise in the functions and activities of a major section of a large diversified public works department, including but not limited to, laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and technical operations.
• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and review the activities of multiple disciplinary professional and technical staff.
• Evaluate complex design and consulting work, coordinate and prioritize work, and delegate authority and responsibility.
• Develop, control, and administer division budget and expenditures.
• Interpret, develop, and implement division, Department, and County policies, procedures, specifications, rules, and regulations.
• Analyze situations and problems accurately, identify alternative solutions, and take appropriate actions under general policy guidelines.
• Research, analyze, and make recommendations on administrative and management practices and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Prepare comprehensive administrative, statistical, fiscal, and technical reports and correspondence.
• Represent Public Works to other departments, agencies, and before public bodies.
• Facilitate conflict/dispute resolutions among individuals from different disciplines; and gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate supervisory, professional, and technical staff.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in course of performing assigned responsibilities.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please visit https://jobs.smcgov.org

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~

Final Filing Date: June 21, 2024

Application Screening: Week of June 24, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interviews: Week of July 8, 2024

Park Services Officer Aide (Part-Time/Unbenefited)

$24.74 - $31.57 an hour 

Filing Deadline: June 23, 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Interviews: July 2, 2024
 

Do you enjoy working outdoors and providing excellent customer service? Join our team as a Parks Services Officer Aide! This part-time role offers an opportunity to work in beautiful outdoor settings, assist park visitors, and support the maintenance and operations of our parks.

 As a Park Services Officer Aide, you will:  

• Drive to different park locations and assist in the daily operations and maintenance of park facilities and grounds. 
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents of vandalism, and other related conditions. 
• Provide exceptional customer service to park visitors, answering questions, providing information, and first aid to ill or injured visitors.
• Tactfully and effectively enforce park rules, issue warnings and citations.
• Participate in various park programs and events.
• Perform routine tasks such as litter collection, restroom cleaning, weeding, watering and trail maintenance.
• Learn and apply new skills related to park operations and maintenance.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate loves working outdoors in various weather conditions, possesses strong customer service skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor, is flexible and willing to learn new tasks and skills, and can work independently and as part of a team. Basic knowledge of park operations and maintenance is a plus but not required.

Work Schedule: This is a 20-24 hours per week position. The regular work schedule is Thursday and Friday; weekend work may be occasionally required. This position is limited to up to 1000 hours per year. However, employment might end sooner, depending on the needs of the hiring department. Extra-help positions are paid hourly and are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment. 

Essential Responsibilities
Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Actively engage with the public to provide excellent customer service, anticipate customer needs and deliver services in a timely and respectful manner.
• Patrols parks or trails and other public recreational area.
• Provide information and direct visitors to appropriate park areas.
• Develop and participate in interpretive programs.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents of vandalism, and other related conditions.
• Interpret and apply oral or written material/instructions.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of activities; may make recommendations on relevant subjects such as modifications to equipment or facilities to reduce vandalism or improve safety.
• Tactfully and effectively enforce rules and regulations governing facilities. Issue warnings and code citations, directs traffic, enforce park rules as necessary.
• Assist ill or injured park visitors until proper medical aid arrives.
• Operate a motor vehicle or motorized maintenance equipment.
• Conduct light maintenance activities (e.g., repairing, making and installing signs, fences, etc.).
• Perform watering, weeding, pesticide applications, pruning, trash control and perform minor repairs and custodial maintenance.
• Operate light motorized equipment including, but not limited to, pick-up trucks, dump trucks, power mowers, sprayers and tractors. 
• May occasionally operate heavier and more complex equipment.
• Ensure compliance with park rules, codes and ordinances.
• Work weekends, holidays, or other irregular hours.
• May direct the work of other employees on an intermittent or project basis.
• May direct the work of volunteer service organizations on an intermittent or project basis.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Education, Experience and Training
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and ability is qualifying.  
 

• Candidates selected for this position must have a valid California driver's license or equivalent and be at least 18 years old on the hire date.  
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
  • Policies, procedures, and safety regulations related to the assigned park location; safety hazards and equipment related to park and open space environments; and driving and operating automobiles and light trucks. 
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written). 
  • Customer service principles. 
  • Municipal codes, policies, and regulations about using public parks and trails. 
  • Essential techniques, tools, and equipment used in park maintenance and management. Principles and practices of first aid and safety. 
  • Methods and materials used in park interpretive programs. 
  • Principles and practices of park management and general law enforcement.