City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

Park Ranger Supervisor

Under general direction, this position supervises the Park Ranger Teams, providing a visible public safety presence in the City of Austin parkland, recreational facilities, and trails.

1. Supervises, directs, and performs daily ranger patrol activities, conservation assignments, education, and outreach assignments that promote safety and responsible recreation. Serves to protect and conserve parkland and facilities.
2. Resolves difficult situations involving citizen complaints.
3. Provides education to diverse Austin communities about park laws, safety rules, and regulations.
4. Issues and monitors equipment for assigned staff.
5. Provides first aid and emergency response, as well as requests Emergency Medical Services when appropriate. Leads contact with first responder agencies regarding individuals needing assistance.
6. Assists in monitoring budget and ensures assigned areas operate within the appropriate budget. Performs bid processing and prepares purchase orders for supplies and/or equipment. Prepares technical and activity reports.
7. Develops, organizes, and/or administers educational and interpretive trainings for the public, inter/intra department, or community group focused on responsible recreation.
8. Coordinates Ranger conservation assignments by assisting Resource staff with prescribed burns and by providing fire monitoring and control measures, invasive species removals, and revegetation projects.
9. Completes, edits, and ensures accuracy of incident, activity and training reporting. Oversees daily park patrol activity and metrics using GIS and mobile tools.
10. Assists in development and implementation of mitigation strategies and determines application of established protocols for illegal activities.

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedure, statutes and ordinances pertaining to municipal parks.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in park maintenance.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions applicable to park environment.
• Knowledge of native flora and fauna and relevant Texas history.
• Knowledge of geography, geology, climate, and natural history.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to swim at a basic skill level in open water environment.
• Ability to undergo self-defense training to include various standard techniques and methods.
• Ability to complete a one (1) – three (3) mile bike assessment in twenty (20) minutes or less.
• Ability to hike five (5) miles on uneven terrain over long distances in hot, cold, hazardous, and inclement conditions.
• Ability to ride a bicycle or hike long distances daily with a backpack on uneven terrain over long distances in hot, cold, or inclement weather and adverse conditions.
• Ability to apply supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of related experience, two (2) of which must have been in a lead, supervisory, or managing capacity.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• May require certification in CPR, First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, or other certifications as specified for the assignment.