Description
ABOUT US
At the City of Rapid City Parks and Recreation Department, we are committed to making Rapid City a better place to live, work, and play. We beautify, operate, and maintain our vibrant parks, scenic trails, and welcoming recreation facilities, while offering engaging, year-round programs for all ages. We're also stewards of the City’s urban forest and are dedicated to preserving our community's natural beauty.
Please visit the Parks and Recreation Department for additional information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacationand sick leave.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
About The Position
We are currently seeking a Park Ranger to join our dedicated team. As a Park Ranger, you will patrol City parks and recreation areas, ensuring the safety of patrons and staff while protecting public property. You'll enforce City ordinances, assist in emergencies, and serve as a welcoming presence in our parks and recreational spaces.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, enjoyable environment for everyone who visits our parks.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Additional Information
About You
We know your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum requirements.
Qualifications
To be successful, applicants should also possess the following
City Of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.
ABOUT US
At the City of Rapid City Parks and Recreation Department, we are committed to making Rapid City a better place to live, work, and play. We beautify, operate, and maintain our vibrant parks, scenic trails, and welcoming recreation facilities, while offering engaging, year-round programs for all ages. We're also stewards of the City’s urban forest and are dedicated to preserving our community's natural beauty.
Please visit the Parks and Recreation Department for additional information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacationand sick leave.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
About The Position
We are currently seeking a Park Ranger to join our dedicated team. As a Park Ranger, you will patrol City parks and recreation areas, ensuring the safety of patrons and staff while protecting public property. You'll enforce City ordinances, assist in emergencies, and serve as a welcoming presence in our parks and recreational spaces.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, enjoyable environment for everyone who visits our parks.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Conducts regular patrols of assigned premises while presenting a courteous and professional public image.
- Responds to alarms, emergencies, and incidents and take appropriate actions as necessary, including contacting law enforcement or other relevant agencies.
- Performs basic first aid as needed.
- Enforces City security policies and procedures.
- Maintains communication using radios and radio procedures.
- Provides security and traffic control during special events and activities, as directed.
- Explains and interprets rules and other applicable regulations to citizens of the City’s Park and Recreation facilities.
- Reports and documents security incidents, suspicious activities, and safety hazards.
- De-escalates situations, as needed, protecting City property and its patrons.
- Assists with emergency evacuations and drills.
- Maintains and ensures the functionality of any applicable security equipment.
Additional Information
About You
We know your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum requirements.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- 3 years of experience in security operations or related fields is required.
- A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days from the date of hire.
- Must possess or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 6 months or an acceptable time amount of time as determined by the hiring authority.
- Possess or obtain a Security License issued by the Rapid City Police Department within 6 months or an acceptable amount of time as determined by the hiring authority and must complete continued education as required by position needs.
To be successful, applicants should also possess the following
- Knowledge of law enforcement, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to public use of parks and facilities.
- First aid and/or CPR experience.
- Ability to de-escalate situations and exercise good judgment in stressful or emergency situations.
- Operate computers, related software, or equipment to carry out assigned work duties.
- Maintain effective communication and working relationships with the public and other employees
City Of Rapid City Benefit Summary
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.