Park Ranger
Salary
$88,070.94 - $107,050.53 Annually
Location
Fairfield, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00056
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
08/03/2026
Closing Date
9/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
FEA
Description
The City of Fairfield invites your interest for the position of Park Ranger!
The Park Ranger plays a vital role in protecting and enhancing Fairfield's parks, open space, and recreational areas through public safety, resource stewardship, visitor services, and park operations. This role patrols City open space lands, Rockville Hills Regional Park, and the Dunnell property; supports visitors; assists with inspections, maintenance, and repairs; and helps coordinate volunteer and interpretive programs.
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IMPORTANT DATES
Filing Deadline: Monday September 14, 2026
First Review of Candidates: September 15-28, 2026
First Interviews: Tentatively scheduled for late September/early October (in-person)
ABOUT FAIRFIELD
Fairfield, the heart of Solano County, is a diverse and growing community located halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento in the North Bay Area. With 24 parks, numerous bike trails and two championship golf courses, Fairfield is a great family community with just under 123,000 residents. It is a thriving business hub with notable international companies such as Jelly Belly, Clorox, Ball Metal, and Meyer Corporation. Fairfield offers a regional shopping center, a large auto mall, and is home to Travis Air Force Base, the County's largest employer. Bordered by farms and vineyards, the City's well-developed infrastructure and business-friendly attitude provide the foundation for strong growth and an enhanced quality of life.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Estimated Total Compensation: $129,194 - $148,824* | Base Salary: $88,071 - $107,050
The position is represented by the Fairfield Employees Association ("FEA") and offers a robust benefits package featuring generous retirement contributions and leave accruals. Key benefits include:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Education equivalent to graduation with a two or four-year college degree in Environmental Management, Range Management, Botany, or Park Management, Forestry, Natural Resources or closely related field is required.
Experience:
Three years of experience in regional park and open space management, operations and maintenance, at least one year of which must be a fulltime paid park ranger position, or in a comparable position with similar responsibilities.
This experience must include comprehensive training in park operations, such as training in visitor services, public safety, resource protection, facility and trail maintenance, emergency response, or park regulations and enforcement, etc.
Experience or training in wildland fire fighting and law enforcement resource management or related fields is desirable.
Licensing and Certification:
Possession of a valid Class C California drivers license is required and must be maintained throughout employment.
Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, a Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) issued by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation is desirable when assigned duties involving vegetation management and pesticide application.
Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of being hired, a standard CPR card and a Standard First Aid card. However it is recommended the individual be a certified EMT.
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THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGovs Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
This recruitment search provided by Sequence Staffing.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
FULL-TIME/PRO-RATA POSITIONS - The City of Fairfield offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes City contribution toward the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and deferred savings; medical, dental and vision; life insurance; paid holidays, vacation, personal leave and sick leave. For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please click on the following link: FEA Employee Benefits.*
PART-TIME POSITIONS - For benefits associated with part-time positions, please see the Fairfield Part-Time Employees Association (FPTEA) Memorandum of Understanding.*
Employer City of Fairfield
Address 1000 Webster Street
4th Floor
Fairfield, California, 94533
Phone 707-428-7394
| Location | Fairfield, CA |
| Salary | $129,194–$148,824 Per Year |