See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities.

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENT(S):

Ranger/Diver II

Ranger/Diver I positions patrol by foot and in emergency-equipped vehicles and vessels to assist patrons in distress and to ensure the safety of the public engaged in all recreational activities at City lakes; maintain vigilant surveillance over an assigned area; identify hazards and at-risk public behaviors to proactively reduce accidents; perform shoreline and water-related rescues; enforce Municipal, County and State laws; issue warnings and citations; testify in court regarding matters of enforcement and litigation; administer first aid, emergency care and life support in the capacity of an Emergency Medical Technician; act as a first responder in emergencies until advanced life support personnel arrive; perform dive team support; perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled underwater dive tasks; assist in maintaining water quality and safeguard sensitive biological and archeological resources; keep accurate records, write reports and maintain safety equipment, facilities and supplies; interact regularly with the public providing information, warnings and support services; monitor emergency radio traffic and respond or dispatch personnel to calls for assistance; assist in conducting aquatic events and water safety programs; perform and document quagga mussel inspections; maintain required certifications and training; and perform other duties as assigned.

NOTES:

Employees in job classifications represented by Municipal Employees Association (MEA) are scheduled to receive the following general wage increase: 5% effective 7/1/25

Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Ranger/Diver I employees will be required to work varying shifts including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
Ranger/Diver I employees typically report to work at the San Vicente Operations Yard and may also report to any of the City's reservoirs or other Public Utilities Department facilities including the Chollas Operations Yard, MOC (Kearny Mesa Operations Yard), and water treatment plants.
Ranger/Diver I employees may work in remote locations and may be required to perform or oversee a variety of emergencies with back-up emergency support response times greater than 20 minutes.
Ranger/Diver I employees are required to pass a swimming/dive performance test and maintain required certifications and training as a condition of employment.
In accordance with California Public Resources Code section 5163, all persons holding Ranger/Diver I positions must get tested for tuberculosis (TB) when hired and every four years thereafter as a condition of continued employment.
A valid California Boater Card issued by the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is required at the time of hire unless you meet one of the exemptions listed on http://californiaboatercard.com/faqs-2/.

You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.

CERTIFICATION: Basic or higher level diving certificate from ONE of the following options:

Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI).
National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI).
Scuba Schools International (SSI).
Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA).
Other equivalent organization (e.g., military-sponsored dive program).

NOTE: Candidates MUST possess the following certificates at the time of hire:

A valid County of San Diego Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) Certificate.
Successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved Penal Code 832 course covering the powers of arrest.

LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

Dive Rescue Certificate.
Dive Master Certificate and/or more advanced dive training and experience.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate.
City of San Diego Lifeguard Open Water Academy Certificate.
California Department of Boating and Waterways Boating Certificate.
Experience diving in different underwater environments (e.g., confined and elevated spaces, potable water systems, hazardous or contaminated water).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):

Proof of basic or higher level diving certificate.

Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax:(619) 533-3337; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying. The screening process will consist of the following components:

1. APPLICATION REVIEW: Applications will be evaluated to ensure they meet the minimum requirements. Only those applicants who clearly demonstrate meeting the requirements specified above will be approved to continue in the screening process.

2. PERFORMANCE TEST: The performance test is a pass/fail examination which consists of the following three events:

A timed 250-yard swim test which must be completed under 5 minutes.
Perform a free dive to locate and recover a five-pound object at a depth of up to 12 feet and bring it to the surface.
Lift a 50lb weight above shoulder height.

NOTE:

Performance test weight......100%

Performance Test Date: Approved applicants will be notified regarding the specific date, time and location. You must have a Performance Test Appointment Notice in order to be admitted to the test.

NOTE:

Candidates must provide valid government-issued photo identification (e.g., driver license, military ID, Department of Motor Vehicles ID or passport) on the day of the performance test.

Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS : Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.

Rev. 5 – April 11, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)

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