Park Ranger II: Education, Patrol & Resource Stewardship

State of North Carolina - Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be provided

Job summary

The Division of Parks and Recreation within the State of North Carolina invites applications for a Park Ranger II. This role provides educational programming, natural resource management, and law enforcement services across NC state parks.

Occasional after-hours and weekend shifts are required, with duties spanning supervision, maintenance, and emergency response. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation or Natural Science (or equivalent) and demonstrate experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science from an appropriately accredited institution AND one year of experience.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer per NC CJ Training & Standards Commission.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and enforce criminal laws, state park rules and regulations.
• Enforce laws and park regulations via patrols, education, warnings, citations and arrests.
• Issue camping permits, open/close facilities, purchase equipment and supplies.
• Supervise Park Ranger I and temporary staff; may serve as acting park superintendent.
• Lead interpretive and educational activities about ecology and history of the park.
• Manage park boundary maintenance and monitor natural resources.

Skills

Law enforcement

Educational programs

Emergency response

Public safety coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation or Natural Science

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Division of Parks and Recreation within the State of North Carolina invites applications for a Park Ranger II. This role provides educational programming, natural resource management, and law enforcement services across NC state parks.

Occasional after-hours and weekend shifts are required, with duties spanning supervision, maintenance, and emergency response. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation or Natural Science (or equivalent) and demonstrate experience in