Park Ranger 2 - Commissioned

State of Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Division of State Parks. The person selected for this position will assist with the management of the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park located in Las Vegas. The incumbent supervises seasonal staff, performs field and administrative duties including completion of routine and special reports. This is a commissioned position with public safety responsibilities and is required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends in a variety of weather conditions. After hours call outs can occur. The schedule may vary by season. As a state park peace officer, the incumbent writes citations, handles accidents and incidents, resolves disputes, and responds to emergency situations as required. All personnel in the Park Ranger series perform grounds maintenance, custodial duties, collect and account for fees, present interpretive programs and perform minor maintenance to facilities. The candidate provides land management, recreation and administrative expertise to ensure efficient management of the park's operations and ecosystems. The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park is in what is now Downtown Las Vegas. In addition to the fort, which contains a multitude of historic artifacts, there is also a Visitor Center that contains exhibits and photos that illustrate the history of the site. The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park is part of the Mohave Desert and temperatures can reach as high as 115°F in the summer months and occasionally drop below freezing in the winter months. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their ability to work in this geographical location. Park residency is not provided at this location. Commissioned Park Rangers participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation, and maintenance activities at an assigned State park. Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation, and maintenance activities at an assigned State park.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, education, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, history/folklore, wildlife management, museum management, park interpretation, business or public administration, criminal justice, or related field, and one year of professional park ranger experience in park operations and maintenance
one year of experience as a Park Ranger I (Commissioned) in Nevada State service
an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Ability to make oral and visual presentations to groups to provide information about State parks
Ability to enforce laws and regulations and perform law enforcement duties as required by the assignment
Ability to work effectively in situations involving argumentative or combative individuals
Ability to render emergency medical assistance including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to park visitors as necessary
Ability to perform all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower level

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of: natural and cultural history of the assigned park and surrounding areas; ecological concepts; laws, policies and practices related to park operations; personnel practices and principles used in supervision; inventory techniques required to maintain operating supplies; basic fire suppression techniques as applied to grass, brush, and forest areas.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and participate in day-to-day park operation and maintenance projects
train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned seasonal personnel
clean and maintain park buildings, grounds, offices, restrooms, and vehicles
schedule and assign personnel to collect fees, staff visitor centers, and conduct tours
Gather, record and audit information related to visitor use and fees collected
take inventory and submit supply requests
prepare activity reports on areas of responsibility
make reservations and respond to letters and telephone inquiries
operate park weather station, sales outlet and water safety and control devices at the park
Enforce laws and regulations including applicable State laws, county ordinances, and park rules and policies
investigate accidents, write citations, make arrests, conduct search and rescue operations, respond to emergency situations, and interact with other law enforcement agencies to preserve the peace and protect park visitors
Implement the resource management plan
identify resource problems
develop solutions and initiate projects for resource preservation and rehabilitation
Participate in planning, developing, and conducting special events and on-going interpretive activities such as tours, hikes, displays, exhibits, talks and visitor centers to inform park visitors of park attractions, flora, fauna, cultural and natural history, and environmental education
Perform related duties as assigned