Park Ranger

McNeese State University; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of State Parks (OSP) in Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville, LA, seeks a Park Ranger. The role enforces laws, protects visitors and assets, and may involve emergencies and investigations. Training including POST and First-Aid/CPR is part of the progression.

Must be willing to obtain POST certification and may work special events. The position offers a 40-hour weekly schedule with potential holidays and weekends, travel within the park, and possibilities for advancement to Park Ranger 1

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.

Responsibilities

• Protects park visitors by enforcing federal, state, and local laws and park rules and regulations.
• Performs emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of the site.
• Investigates incidents and/or complaints within park boundaries.
• Works with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and district attorneys in arrest and prosecution of individuals.
• Provides security by patrolling and inspecting the site by vehicle, foot, bicycle, and boat.
• Assists overnight guests during their stay by performing customer service duties.
• Provides tourism information and local directions to park visitors.
• Performs maintenance, custodial, inspections, and/or fee collection tasks as needed.
• Prepares and maintains incident reports and recordings related to law enforcement duties.
• Completes required training including POST certification and First-Aid/CPR.
• Works on special details/events with various agencies.

Skills

Patrol

Job description

The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.

This position is located at Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville, LA. The purpose of this position is to enforce all applicable laws in a state park and to educate the public on their role in the protection of natural resources, cultural, and historic resources.

No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by State and Federal laws is granted.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Protects park visitors by enforcing federal, state, and local laws and park rules and regulations.
• Performs emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of the site.
• Investigates incidents and/or complaints such as, but not limited to, vehicular, vandalism, accidents, trespassing, and search/rescue that occur within the park boundaries.
• Work with federal, state,& local law enforcement agencies & district attorneys in the arrest & prosecution of individuals.
• Provides security by patrolling and inspecting the site by vehicle, foot patrol, bicycle, and boat.
• Assists overnight guests during their stay by performing customer service duties.
• Provides tourism information and local directions to the park visitors, and disseminates other information as requested.
• Performs maintenance, custodial, inspections, and/or fee collection tasks as needed.
• Prepares and maintains incident reports, recordings, etc. associated with law enforcement duties.
• Participates & successfully completes all required training by the Office of State Parks (OSP). The training includes POST Council Certification annually, annual certification in First-Aid/CPR,& other certifications as designated by the OSP.
• Works special details/events within the Office of State Parks in conjunction with federal, state, and local agencies that include inaugural events, search and rescue activities, parking details, specialized enforcement tasks, disaster assistance, & working special events at parks such as re-enactments, grand openings, day in the park events, school day events, etc.

Position-Specific Details

Location: Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville, LA

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Park Ranger 1 or 2, depending on experience. Please refer to the 'Class Specifications' page for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.

Work Schedule: State Parks are open 365 days a year. Position will work a rotating schedule of 40 hours/week, which can include holidays and/or weekends as needed, to ensure coverage at the park.

Travel: Position requires driving around the park for patrol as part of the daily shift. Travel may be required to other state parks to assist in staffing or events, as needed. A state vehicle is available for employee use while on duty.

Compensation: Minimum $17.36/hr. (Compensation offered will be dependent on level of experience and certification)

If offered the position, the candidate must be able to drive to Baton Rouge to submit a background check.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Melissa Thibodaux
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Fax: [phone]
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