Sheriff's Ranger

Definition:

Under supervision, provides non-sworn patrol and security services to contracted agencies such as the Superior Court, parks and special districts; observes and reports problems, violations and emergencies to sworn personnel; and performs other duties as required. 

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Positions in this class are located in the Sheriff-Coroner's Department where they are responsible for providing non-sworn facility security and field patrol services in a designated building, park or special district.  These services include identifying and reporting problems; assisting the public by providing directions and answering questions, monitoring electronic screening devices; and issuing citations for parking, fishing and boating violations. 

This class is distinguished from Deputy Sheriff in that incumbents in the latter class are sworn peace officers who perform a full range of duties involving law enforcement, crime prevention and detection, and detention activities in the Sheriff-Coroner's Department. Sheriff's Rangers do not have peace officer powers but do issue routine warnings and citations. 

Positions in this class report to sworn personnel in the Sheriff-Coroner's Department. 

Typical Tasks:

• In a park or special district, conducts vehicle and bicycle patrol of designated areas; contacts park or district personnel for updates on security issues;

• Answers questions and provides information o the public on park/district rules and regulations;

• In a County Courthouse, monitors electronic security and screening devices to prevent weapons from entering county courts, and to ensure court security;

• Observes and reports violations of regulations; 

• Writes reports;

• Assists in traffic control, conducting tours and in providing directions to the public; issues citations for traffic, boating and/or fishing infractions'

• Maintains continuous radio contact with Sheriff's Department sworn personnel;

• Responds to accidents or emergencies and contacts appropriate emergency personnel;

• Provides parking enforcement services to the park or district;

• Communicates information to park/district personnel and the Sheriff's Department; reports criminal activities to sworn supervisory personnel;

• Patrols reservoir areas by boat to monitor fishing and boating violations or safety hazards;

• May assist in search and rescue activities. 
  

Minimum Qualifications:

License Required: Valid California Vehicle Operator's License. 

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or a high school proficiency certificate. 

Experience: One year of full-time or its equivalent experience in a position involving substantial public contact. 

Background Required: Successful completion of a thorough background in investigation conducted by the Sheriff-Coroner's Department. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other staff; ability to write clear and accurate reports; ability to read, understand and apply regulations and procedures; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform physically demanding tasks; and the ability to remain calm and use common sense in emergency situations. 

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