Boat Ranger

Position Type: Part-Time Seasonal Start Date: May 2023

Starting Salary: $19.97 - $24.97/DOQ

Benefits: District Discounts

Summary

The Boat Patrol Park Ranger is responsible for the protection of the general public, natural resources at Diamond Lake, and staff members of the Mundelein Park and Recreation District. The Boat Ranger performs a variety of duties including but not limited to; providing boat patrol on Diamond Lake, Park District public relations support, emergency assistance, write reports, be observant for violations that will be reported for the appropriate directions and actions, field support, and issue citations. The Boat Patrol Ranger works independently. The Boat Patrol Ranger cannot initiate an arrest but can assist in one. The Boat Patrol Ranger will not take action in hazardous situations but will immediately summon the proper agency. The Boat Patrol Ranger will call the Mundelein Police Department and report violations. The Boat Patrol Ranger will maintain a working knowledge of all Mundelein Park & Recreation District general and Department safety rules. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

Completion of standard high school program or GED. Possession of valid Driver's License, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record. Completion of certified boating course. Ability to pass basic swim test. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification required within 30 days of employment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Essential Functions

• Knowledge of state laws and ordinances that govern boating Diamond Lake.
• Knowledge of the geography of Diamond Lake and the location of areas typically requiring extra service.
• Knowledge of effective forms of oral and written English expression.
• Knowledge of how and when to apply tact and diplomacy in the day-to-day applications of responsibilities.
• Some knowledge of the concepts and processes of the Illinois justice system, including specialized knowledge of a ranger's role in producing cogent and rational testimony.
• Ability to handle stressful, potentially violent situations and individuals in a firm, professional deliberative manner.
• Ability to read and write in Standard English and perform basic mathematical operations. Ability to prepare accurate an informational report.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral communications.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of individuals and groups in a stable, professional, and courteous manner.
• Patrols Diamond Lake during assigned shift.
• Operation of a marked police boat operating in a safe and effective manner.
• Enforces boating laws, observes for safety hazards, boating violations and criminal activity.
• Communicates using patrol cell phone.
• Provide assistance to citizens, boaters and staff.
• Assist persons in distress.
• Familiar with the topography of Diamond Lake.
• Observe for, detect, document and report boating violations.
• Handle complaints concerning water patrol and lake traffic.
• Write ordinance violations when necessary.
• Assist disabled boaters.
• Performs minor first aid and assists in the transfer or movement of injured parties until paramedics arrive.
• Prepares daily activity log.
• Remove hazards from Diamond Lake.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.