State Park Ranger I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Olive Hill (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hazardous retirement

KLEFPF stipend

Paid time off

Overtime

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental & Vision

Wellness incentives

Training & education

Deferred compensation (401K)

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Department of Parks, is seeking a State Park Ranger I at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill. The role enforces state laws on park properties and provides safety, information, and occasional trail rescues or first aid.

Shifts vary, with eligibility for overtime and full-time status. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and one year of sworn law enforcement experience, plus valid licensure.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• One year of law enforcement experience as sworn officer.
• Must be twenty-one years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state laws on Kentucky State Park properties and protect guests and property.
• Provide services to park guests including trail rescues, first aid, and information.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and potentially alone with minimal supervision.

Skills

POPS Certification

KRS knowledge

Learn policies

Work ethic

Computer skills

Verbal/written skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

State Park Ranger I

Pay Grade 12

Salary $3,035.50 - $4,464.04 Monthly

Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location 344 Caveland Drive Olive Hill, KY 41164 USA

Description

The Kentucky State Park Ranger Division has an opening at Carter Caves State Resort Park for a State Park Ranger I. A Kentucky State Park Ranger enforces state laws on Kentucky State Park properties, protecting our guests and property and providing a safe environment. Shifts may vary depending on the needs of the park. At times, the Kentucky State Park Ranger may provide services to park guests such as trail rescues, first aid, and general information about the park and area attractions.

Candidates for this position are required to have 1 year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer. Information about reciprocity can be found here: https://justice.ky.gov/Boards- Commissions/KLEC/programs/Pages/reciprocity.aspx

Applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of appointment.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.

For more information visit: https://docjt.ky.gov/

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Required Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification.
• A working knowledge of Kentucky Revised Statutes.
• The ability to quickly learn the policies and procedures of the Kentucky State Parks and Ranger Division.
• Have a strong work ethic and be able to work alone with minimal supervision.
• The ability to use basic computer programs.
• Strong verbal and written skills.

The Rangers Division Offers These Great Benefits

• Participation in hazardous duty retirement through KPPA.
• KLEFPF stipend.
• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays.
• Overtime and compensatory time opportunities.
• Affordable health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Optional dental and vision insurances.
• Wellness incentives program.
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education.
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K).

If you enjoy the outdoors, interacting with people and working independently consider applying to become a Kentucky State Park Ranger!

Kentucky State Park Ranger Division is a participating Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund (KLEFPF) agency. Rangers are required to possess and maintain a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certificate. Rangers currently receive an additional $4,562 training stipend each year for adhering to the training guidelines established by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC).

Minimum Requirements

High school graduate.

Experience, Training, or Skills

Must have one year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE

NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION

NONE

Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.)

Must be twenty-one years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Employees in this job title are subject to the provisions of KRS Chapter 15 and 503 KAR 1:140 relating to peace officer certification as administered by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification (s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Conditions are consistent with other law enforcement officers. Incumbents working in this job title perform work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D