Park Police Officer I
About The Position
The Johnson County Park & Recreation District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Park Police Officer I who have strong communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy community policing. If you are such a person, we strongly encourage you to join our progressive Gold Medal Team as the District continues unprecedented growth through the development of new parks, trails, recreation facilities, programs and events. Park Police Officer I is an entry level law enforcement position. A Park Police Officer I performs uniformed patrol of JCPRD properties as assigned, protects and assists park visitors, safeguards facilities and park resources, enforces Kansas laws and JCPRD Park Codes, detects crimes, and arrests offenders. The Park Police Officer I also presents interpretive and other educational programs on cultural and environmental topics. Scheduled hours provide for a 40-hour work week with variable hours and shifts. After training the Park Police Officer I should have a good knowledge of JCPRD operations and is able to articulate same to persons seeking information.
Requirements
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to complete the Regional Police Academy and Field Training Program (training is paid) during performance trial period.
- Must be a US citizen.
- Able to pass background investigation and polygraph examination. No felony convictions, no domestic violence convictions, diversions, or expungements.
- Good moral character.
- Complete a psychological evaluation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a Natural Science field, Criminal Justice or relevant field or equivalent combination of college course work and law enforcement experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide law enforcement services for JCPRD. Enforce federal, and state law as well as park code of regulations, Interviews victims and complainants.
- Detects and deters criminal activity and facility security issues; arrest of criminals; acts as ordered by the Courts of law; completes paperwork for court proceedings/documentation, case files or investigative reports; reviews criminal history reports, completes background checks, and investigates findings.
- Investigate reported criminal activity; Searches vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia, performs sobriety tests, pulls over speeding vehicles and issues citations.
- Protect natural resources; Assist fire departments and emergency medical professionals; performs search and rescue operations and searches for missing persons; Assists other law enforcement agencies.
- Present interpretive programming providing nature, historical, cultural, and recreational educational opportunities.
- Provide visitor services to park visitors providing information on events, facilities, programs, locations, and the natural environment. Ensure a safe environment within the parks and district facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
