This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open on a continuous basis for a minimum of five (5) business days, until the needs of the County are met. This recruitment will establish an open eligible list. This list will be used to fill current and future Park Ranger I positions.



The deadline to apply for the first round of consideration will be on

Monday, May 13, 2019 at 11:59 PM (PST). Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.





MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS All candidates must meet each of the following criteria to be considered for this position.



Age: At least 18 years of age and not have been convicted of a felony or equivalent offense Citizenship: A citizen of the United States or satisfy an alternative to such citizenship which is allowed under the California Government Code 1021, to qualify as a Peace Officer as defined under Penal Code 830.31b Education: Have graduated from high school, attained a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test or passed a California high school proficiency examination, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Colleges and Universities Licenses: Possession of, or ability to obtain a California Driver License, Class C or higher, before date of appointment Background Investigation: Applicants must have no felony convictions as a juvenile or adult and cannot currently be on any form of probation AND must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the County of Orange Other Requirements: Candidates must, within the prescribed time limit after appointment, successfully obtain the PC 832a certificate, though training provided by the department

Within the prescribed time limit after date of appointment, successfully complete entry level training required under the California Penal Code and regulations of the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission and the California Board of Corrections, and any other training required by law

Handle sensitive or tense situations with tact and diplomacy

Special California Statutory Requirements for Employment as a Peace Officer/Park Ranger All candidates must meet each of the following criteria to be considered for this position.



