Park Ranger I - Fresno, CA

Park Ranger I · CITY OF FRESNO, CA · 2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 United States · Posted: Feb 20, 2026 · Salary: USD · Salary Top:5695 · Full Time · Forestry · Parks and Recreation · Position Description · Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our missio ...

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Park Ranger I

CITY OF FRESNO, CA

2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 United States

Posted: Feb 20, 2026

Salary: USD

Salary Top:5695

Full Time

Forestry

Parks and Recreation

Position Description

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno

Love the outdoors and want to make a difference in your community? The City of Fresno is hiring Park Rangers I to help keep our parks, trails, and recreation areas safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. This active, hands-on role is perfect for those who enjoy working outside, engaging with the public, and protecting Fresno's natural spaces. If you're dependable, community-minded, and ready for a job where every day brings new challenges, and be part of a team that makes a real impact

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Patrol city parks, trails, and recreation areas by foot, bike, or vehicle
• Enforce park rules, regulations, and municipal codes; issue warnings and citations
• Provide information to the public on park use, permits, and safety
• Respond to non-emergency incidents and assist with special events
• Inspect facilities for hazards, vandalism, and needed repairs; report findings
• Prepare and maintain reports, logs, and documentation of park activities
• Lock and unlock park facilities and amenities as scheduled
• Operate radios and communication devices to respond to calls for service
• Perform related duties as required

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview.

The full job specification is available to view at:

View: We Work For You video to get an inside look from a Park Ranger at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno:

Incumbents in the Park Ranger I class may be promoted to the Park Ranger II upon successful completion of the probationary period and recommendation of the appointing authority. The current salary range for Park Ranger II is $4,741-$5,695/month.

Two (2) vacancies exist in Police Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 3 Classification - The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE: Accrue hours per month based on years of service.

SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.

RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year of work experience which involved a substantial amount of public contact.

Examples of qualifying experience include that gained in a customer service or public service environment.

Additional Requirements

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY WORK DUTIES related to public contact.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at the time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and a current copy of their driving record.

Must be at least 18 years of age on or before administration of the first step of the examination process.

The selected eligible candidates certified for consideration for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, Department of Justice fingerprint process, Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph test and an extensive background investigation prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Possession of a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate must be obtained within the probationary period. Failure to obtain a valid First Aid and CPR certificate and maintain throughout the term of employment in this class will be cause for termination.

Pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 5163, proof of a tuberculosis test and clearance is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout the term of employment in this class.

How To Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their online application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination: 100% - A multiple-choice job-related written examination will be administered which will determine placement on the eligible list. The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: interpersonal relationships, communication skills, reading comprehension, and/or and/or other items related to the position.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of March 23rd,

Veteran Preference Regulations

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 03/05/2026

City of Fresno

The City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.

Click HERE for a video about the great City of Fresno.

Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.

The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.

City Government

Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City.