Park manager Jobs in Fontana, CA

Salary : $67,430.70 - $84,144.10 Annually

Location : La Quinta

Job Type : Regular

Job Number : 25-85030-02

Department : Parks Department

Division : Reg Parks & Open-Space Dist

Opening Date : 12 / 30 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 14 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

Riverside County Regional Park and Open Space District is seeking a Park Ranger Supervisor to join the team.

The Park Ranger Supervisor will play a crucial role in overseeing the operations and management of Lake Cahuilla, a 710-acre park with a variety of amenities, including, but not limited to trailer / RV campsites, a fishing lake, horseback trails, a beachfront style pool, and playgrounds. The Park Ranger Supervisor will manage the budget and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), supervise Park Rangers and other staff, including volunteers and work release workers, monitor and patrol the park, and collaborate with public agencies and service providers to implement effective solutions while communicating progress toward program goals.

Competitive candidates will have experience working in a park or open-space environment and demonstrate strong leadership skills in customer service and conflict resolution. They should be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and point-of-sale (POS) systems. Knowledge of centralized maintenance software systems and a valid Aquatic Facility Operator Certification (AFO) is highly desirable.

The Park Maintenance Supervisor - Parks is a supervisory level classification and reports to an Area Park Manager. Incumbents are assigned to a County park area which has intensive maintenance needs due to having numerous recreational and camping facilities, heavy public use, and extensive development.

Work Schedule : This position follows a 5 / 40 schedule, Tuesday through Saturday, from 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. Availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime will be required to support special events and to meet departmental operational needs.

• Uniforms are provide d consisting of a shir t and pants.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County is a nationally accredited agency who strives to be the regional leader in improving lives through people, parks, places, and programs. Their mission is to acquire, protect, develop, manage, and interpret for the inspiration, use, and enjoyment of all people, a well-balanced system of areas of outstanding scenic, recreational, and historic importance.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I

Education : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

AND

Experience : Two years of working in the operations, maintenance, development, or protection of a park, forest, public recreational, or historical area, which included planning and conducting recreational and educational activities, and enforcing laws and ordinances.

OPTION II

Experience : Six years of working in the operations, maintenance, development, or protection of a park, forest, or public recreational or historical area, which included planning and conducting recreational and educational activities, and enforcing laws and ordinances.

(College level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to four years of the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of full-time experience.)

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of : Principles of supervision; park policies and procedures; principles and practices of natural resources conservation, park management, and general law enforcement; principles and practices of first aid and safety; methods and materials used in park interpretive programs; public relations practices; state and County laws and ordinances.

Ability to : Supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; read, interpret, and enforce appropriate laws and regulations in accordance with County policy; maintain records and prepare clear, complete, and concise reports; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public and other employees.

License / Certificate :

Essential Physical abilities : Independent body mobility to stand and move up to eight hours daily, perform lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling, for example habitat restoration, fence repairs, and removing debris left behind from encampments.

Physical Exposure : The Park Ranger Supervisor - Parks position requires frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions (cold, rain etc.) and excessive heat with temperatures reaching 120 degrees. May interact or see / come across wildlife (plants, animals and exposure to animal smells).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

For specific questions regarding this position, contact the Silvia Trammell at strammell@rivco.org.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here :

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at :

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official / unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,

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MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION INSURANCE : A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note : Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

A new member is defined as any of the following :

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note :

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) :

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE : Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS : Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE : Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY :

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION : A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER : There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

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I acknowledge that : 1) I have read and understand the information contained on the job posting for the positions to which I am applying. 2) My answers to the job application questions must reflect the education and / or work experience in the application.

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Within six months of employment, I understand I am required to obtain valid certificates in Basic Water Rescue issued by the American Red Cross or YMCA, Aquatic Facility Operator Certification (AFOC), and have successfully completed PC 832.

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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)

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Select the answer that best describes your current driver license status :

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Do you possess valid certificates in First Aid and CPR / AED? Please upload a copy of the certificate to your application.

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What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university?

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How many years of experience do you have working in operations, maintenance, development, or protection of a park, forest, or public recreational or historical area, which included planning and conducting recreational and educational activities, and enforcing laws and ordinances?

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List the park, forest, public recreational area or historical area you have work experience in.(Experience must include planning and conducting recreational and educational activities, and enforcing laws and ordinances.)

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How many years of work experience do you have in a supervisory or lead capacity?

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Do you have experience in planning and coordinating recreational activities or campsite reservations within a Park or Open Space District? (application / resume must support answer)

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I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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What valid certifications do you possess? Select all that apply to you.

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