Job Details

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Fairfax, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00002
Division: Watershed Department
Department: Watershed Protection
Opening Date: 01/23/2026
Closing Date: 2/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: SEIU

Marin Water is seeking dedicated Park Rangers to safeguard Marin's drinking water and the lands that sustain it. As a Ranger, you'll patrol the stunning Mount Tamalpais Watershed-over 18,000 acres of natural beauty-while ensuring safe public access, protecting vital resources, and engaging with visitors. Rangers also patrol District Lands and reservoirs off of Mount Tamalpais, located in the West Marin area.

This is more than a job-it's a mission. You'll enforce regulations, assist in emergencies, participate in wildland fire operations, and support conservation efforts. Every day brings variety: from search and rescue to educating the public about our water supply and natural heritage.
Click to view the recruitment brochure
To view the full job description for Park Ranger I, click
To view the full job description for Park Ranger II, click
Filing deadline: Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Click to learn more about the benefits we offer
01

Please indicate the position(s) for which you are applying.

• Park Ranger I - Not POST Certified
• Park Ranger I - POST Certified
• Park Ranger II

02

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Which one statement best describes your qualifying experience?

• I am applying for Park Ranger I and have at least one (1) year of experience in park operations, watershed management, natural resource protection, recreation services, land management, or a comparable safety-related or outdoor public service assignment.
• I am applying for Park Ranger II and have at least three (3) years of experience in park operations, watershed management, natural resource protection, recreation services, or land management AND at least one (1) year of experience providing visitor services or public contact in a customer service or public-facing role.
• I do not meet the minimum experience requirements for Park Ranger I or Park Ranger II.

04

Which statement best describes your POST certification status?

• I am applying for Park Ranger I and do not currently possess a POST Basic Law Enforcement Course Certificate of Completion but understand it may be required during employment.
• I am applying for Park Ranger I and currently possess a valid POST Basic Law Enforcement Course Certificate of Completion.
• I am applying for Park Ranger II and currently possess a valid POST Basic Law Enforcement Course Certificate of Completion.
• I do not meet the POST requirements for the position selected.

05

Do you currently possess a certification in Wildland Firefighting (e.g., S-130/S-190, FFT2, FFT1)?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently possess a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess a valid California driver's license, or can you obtain one prior to appointment?

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and meeting all required certifications and conditions of employment.

• Yes
• No

09

I certify that the information provided in these supplemental questions is true and complete. I understand that false or misleading statements may result in disqualification or termination.

• Yes
• No

Required Question