Service Ranger - Black River Reservation

Lorain County Metro Parks; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Metro Parks is seeking a full-time public safety role in Elyria, OH. The position entails enforcing park rules and state laws while protecting park land and facilities, and providing aid and information to visitors.

Applicants must have Ohio Peace Officer Training certification and a valid Ohio driver’s license; background checks and weekend/night shifts are part of the job. Tobacco-use restrictions apply to new hires.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio Peace Officer Training certification is required.
• Experience in law enforcement or park-related experience is preferred.
• New employees must pass a background check and be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Renders aid, assistance, and information services to park visitors.
• Enforces Park District rules and state laws and maintains park facilities.

Skills

Peace officer training

Law enforcement experience

Education

Natural resources education/experience preferred

Job description

Description

Renders aid, assistance, and information services to park visitors. Protects and preserves the land and facilities of the Park District. Enforces Park District rules and regulations and the laws of the State of Ohio. Performs a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled labor jobs in maintenance and related duties as assigned.

Job Type

Full-time

RATE OF PAY: $23.27 per hour.

Open Until Filled.

Requirements

• Valid Ohio Peace Officer Training certification and valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Education and work experience in the field of natural resources is preferred.
• One year’s experience in law enforcement (park-related experience preferred) or equivalent.
• Applicants must be 21 years of age and are subject to an extensive background investigation.
• Applicants must be available to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check.
• Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal-opportunity employer.