Park Ranger 3 (Central Lakes Area) Fully Commissioned Law Enforcement

State of Washington•Okanogan County – Other, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This permanent, full-time, year-round position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and direct operations within the Central Lakes Area State Parks, which features unique Washington State geography. The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is recruiting to fill one (1) full-time Park Ranger 3 position for The Central Lakes Area State Parks, based out of Alta Lake State Park. The Central Lakes Area includes Alta Lake, Bridgeport, Lake Chelan and Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park. This position is not eligible for telework, as physical in-office presence is required to perform essential functions. Dedicated housing is available at a subsidized cost.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience as a fully commissioned Washington State Park Ranger.
OR Two (2) years of professional experience as a Park Ranger, commissioned Law Enforcement Officer, or equivalent experience in a Natural Resource field.
Bachelor's Degree
Experience in a Natural Resource, Law Enforcement or Recreation field will substitute year for year for education.
Having successfully completed a qualifying law enforcement academy (BLEA, POST, PLEA, or SLETP).
Applicants that are not currently employed as a Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Park Ranger will first be screened for the required qualifications.
Must have graduated from a qualifying law enforcement academy and must have worked as a Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer or Commissioned Park Ranger within the last 24 months.
Successful external applicants will have a history of law-abiding behavior and must pass a background investigation, drug and alcohol screening, medical/psychological/polygraph examination, and a physical ability test.
No criminal activity while working in the criminal justice system.
No marijuana consumption within the past 12 months from the date of application received.
No possession of illegal drugs in the last ten years.
No crime committed as an adult, prosecutable under the statute of limitations.
No intentional deception in any stage of the testing process.
No intentional deception in the selection process of any law enforcement agency.
No domestic violence convictions.
No driving under the influence within the last five years.
Must meet the minimum fitness standards for law enforcement positions.
Possess sufficient physical stamina and dexterity to work arduous manual tasks over extended periods.
Must not have a substantial amount of driving violations that indicate a disregard for rules or laws.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Project planning experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Operations Manager for the Central Lakes Area, implementing area strategies based on mission and goals defined by the Area Manager.
Assess operational needs of the park area and raise issues with the Area Manager.
Develop logistical plans for park projects and provide prioritized lists and necessary documentation to the Area Manager.
Provide oversight for the day-to-day operations of the park area, including developing staff schedules and preparing for emergency management.
Develop and manage special projects in collaboration with work groups, weed boards, wildlife departments, and other outside entities.
Perform duties as the lead Law Enforcement Ranger for the park area, maintaining expertise of rules and regulations.
Schedule appropriate Law Enforcement coverage based on demonstrable park needs.
Participate in maintenance functions within the park area, assigning, scheduling, and completing lower-level maintenance projects where journey-level skills are not required.
Ensure all safety requirements are met on job sites and is responsible for the care and upkeep of park tools and equipment.
Supervise staff and volunteers following all applicable Agency policies and procedures, statewide rules and regulations, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Provide oversight and instruction to staff, ensuring they meet training requirements and completing PDPs annually.
Hold staff accountable for meeting expectations and raise issues of significance with the Area Manager.
Coordinate with the Area Manager on personnel matters when necessary.
Supervise and provide oversight for work groups and volunteers.
Provide leadership to area staff as defined by the Area Manager, creating an environment of collaborative teamwork and respect.
Address concerns in a timely and effective manner and proactively communicate with staff in a positive and supportive manner.
Represent the Area.