STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER/LIFEGUARD) External Candidates (State Park Peace Officer (Ranger))
Department of Parks & Recreation · United States
Salary: $6,339 – $8,802 per month
Job description and requirements
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Job Description and Duties
***This is a Peace Officer Position. To be eligible, you must meet the minimum qualifications established by the Department of Human Resources AND either be currently eligible or eligible for reinstatement as a PC 830.2, California State Peace Officer.
If you are not a current peace officer and in possession of a POST – Academy, Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Certificate, you are not eligible for this position.
For further information regarding your rights and eligibility please visit the Department Link listed below before calling or emailing the listed contact.***
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STATE PARK PEACE OFFICER (RANGER)(K9) – GOLD FIELDS DISTRICT / FOLSOM SECTOR / FOLSOM LAKE STATE RECRATION AREA
The reporting location for this position is Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in Folsom, CA. This position will work under the supervision of State Park Peace Officer Supervisor (Ranger).
This position will assist with carrying out all phases of the Visitor Services Program at the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, which includes Folsom Lake, Lake Natoma and Powerhouse State Historic Park. Duties include park patrol and campground/day use management, first aid, interpretation, law enforcement, resource management, ensuring that proper nutrition, veterinary care, housing and kenneling, grooming and exercise needs of the patrol dog are met.
In order to be eligible for this position, candidates must have a minimum of two years’ experience as a DPR State Park Peace Officer (Ranger/Lifeguard).
The incumbent will be expected to complete the annual POST canine team evaluation. Interested Canine and non-Canine Handlers should both apply at this time. A supplemental application process will be required for all non-Canine Handler applicants. Candidates that will be eligible for selection to the Canine Program by the final filing date are encouraged to apply. The incumbent will be expected to maintain canine certification and training.
For specific canine related inquiries, applicants should contact Canine Superintendent Mike Gleckler at (916) 893-3539 or Michael.Gleckler@parks.ca.gov.
Appointment to the Canine position to be based on an interview, physical fitness and skills assessment, not seniority. Skills testing may involve proficiency evaluation or scenarios involving firearms, defensive tactics and first aid.
This position is designated as not telework eligible.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Joshua Jaco at (916) 988-0205 or at Joshua.Jaco@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
- The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) POST Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
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This is a continuous filing that has been listed for 104 days since CA Public Jobs first observed it.
Posting history
This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on July 23, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.