Law Enforcement Park Ranger - Lake Murray State Park

State of Oklahoma; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma is hiring a Law Enforcement Park Ranger for Lake Murray State Park. The role involves patrolling park grounds, enforcing laws, and ensuring visitor safety. Candidates must be 21+, hold CLEET certification (or out-of-state equivalent), and have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.

Responsibilities include investigations, issuing citations, court testimony, and providing first aid. Flexible hours and potential statewide travel may apply; background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Possess Peace Officer CLEET certification or out of state equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.
• Provide successful completion of drug test and polygraph.
• Pass the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System physical.
• Background check and character assessment are required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols park/resort grounds and property to enforce laws, rules, and regulations.
• Provide security and protection for visitors, staff, and property.
• Assist visitors and ensure compliance with traffic laws and regulations.
• Conduct investigations; issue warnings and citations; make arrests and document findings.
• Represent the agency in court and provide testimony as needed.
• Provide first aid to injured individuals and respond to emergencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Be at least 21 years of age

Possess Peace Officer CLEET certification or out of state equivalent

Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License

Pass pre-employment drug test and polygraph

Pass Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System physical

Pass a rigid character and background investigation

Job description

Job Posting Title

Law Enforcement Park Ranger - Lake Murray State Park

Agency

566 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND RECREATION

Supervisory Organization

Protective Services

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The starting pay for this position is $19.81/hr. After successful completion of a one-year trial period with OTRD, the rate of pay may increase to $21.78/hr.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving patrolling park/resort grounds and property and the enforcement of laws, rules and regulations within the assigned area of responsibility. This includes ensuring the safety and welfare of park/resort visitors and assigned staff.

Typical Job Duties

• Patrols assigned areas within a state park/resort; provide security and protection for property, visitors and staff.

• Assist visitors as needed; ensure compliance with established laws, rules and regulations, including traffic enforcement.

• Conducts investigations; issues warning and written citations; makes arrests and seizes and secures property and/or contraband; writes detailed reports; and completes appropriate documentation.

• Represents the agency in court during legal proceedings; provides testimony or presents evidence as required; and assists other law enforcement agencies.

• Provides security and protection to the public and Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department staff, state property, and natural resources.

• Provides first aid to injured person(s) as necessary.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Be at least 21 (twenty-one) years of age

• Possess Peace Officer CLEET certification or out of state equivalent

• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.

• Be in sound physical and psychological condition as evidenced through the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department’s screening process

• Pass a pre-employment drug test and polygraph

• Pass Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System physical

• Pass a rigid character and background investigation

Special Requirements

• Within one year of hire, selected person must complete OTRD’s in-house Field Training Officer Program.

• Scheduled hours will require flexibility, including holidays, weekends, or events, based on the needs of the agency.

• Some positions may require statewide travel.

• All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be subject to a background check.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.