Canyon Tribal Ranger

Come work for the leading employer in the Coachella Valley. Agua Caliente offers a comprehensive benefit and compensation package that includes rich medical and dental benefits, a 401k plan with employer match, more than 3 weeks of paid time off per year for newly hired employees, and other great benefits like food and beverage discounts at our three casinos, fuel discounts, tuition and wellness reimbursement, plus much, more.  

WHO ARE WE: The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in Palm Springs, California, with 32,000 acres of reservation lands that spread across Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and into the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains. The Tribe currently owns and operates two 18-hole championship golf courses, 3 casinos located in Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and downtown Palm Springs, two world class spas, and a fuel station. For more information about the Tribe, visit www.aguacaliente-nsn.gov.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This is a full-time position scheduled for four to five days per week including weekends from eight to ten hours per day.  Ensure the enjoyment and safety of all visitors to the canyons; protect and preserve the natural and cultural resources of the canyons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned)

• Ensure the enjoyment and safety of other workers, hikers, and guests in the Canyons.
• Enforce regulations/ordinances in the Canyons as set forth by the Tribal Council.
• Maintain and control access to properties with the assistance of other Tribal Rangers as may be necessary.
• Act as on-site information officer, give interpretive talks, and lead visitors on scheduled interpretive hikes in Indian and Tahquitz Canyons.
• Provide information to visitors on the Cahuilla people and their use of the canyons, the relationship between the people and the geography, geology, the flora, and fauna of the canyons.
• Report and document suspicious or unusual activity to the Lead Tribal Ranger or Director.
• Assist local police, fire departments, search and rescue units, and emergency medical agencies as directed.
• Abide by the general policies and procedures in force for all Tribal employees and those of the Tribal Rangers.
• Maintain Tribal Ranger uniforms, vehicles, and equipment in serviceable condition. 
• Assist in daily clean-up of Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center as may be directed.
• Perform other Tribal Ranger duties as may be directed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

ACCESS TO SENSITIVE AREAS AND INFORMATION

None

KEYS

Department Offices and properties as determined by the Tribal Ranger Director.

SIGNATORY ABILITY

None

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of High School Diploma, desirable college courses in geology, botany, biology, and/or public speaking.
• One year experience in law enforcement or security.
• One year experience in public/customer service capacity.
• Certified in CPR and Basic First Aid.
• Must be physically fit and pass a physical examination within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to hike three miles with a 25 pound pack in a time limit of 45 minutes within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to communicate well and interact with large groups of people. 
• Skilled hiker in desert and mountainous terrain.
• Must be knowledgeable in the cultural history, geology, geography, flora, and fauna of the canyons, desert, and surrounding mountains.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to hike all of the trails in Tahquitz and Indian Canyons in all weather conditions carrying a backpack with needed supplies.  Must be able to perform maintenance tasks during the off season (summer months).  Tasks may include, but not limited to fuels suppression, trail maintenance work, trash clean-up, etc.

Must be able to lift at least 50 lb. to waist level and be able to walk carrying the weight.

Must be able to work outdoors exposed to weather conditions on a daily basis which can range from 32 degrees F. to 125 degrees F.  No matter the conditions, the individual must be able to work for extended periods of time outdoors.