Park Ranger 3 (South Sound Area) Fully Commissioned Law Enforcement

State of Washington•Pierce County - Multiple Locations, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and direct a team of law enforcement officers within a park area that highlights some of the best of Washington State's stunning geography. The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is recruiting to fill one (1) full-time Park Ranger 3 position for The South Sound Area State Parks. This position will be based out of Penrose Point State Park. The South Sound Area includes Penrose Point, Belfair, Twanoh, Jarrell Cove, Harstine Island, Joemma Beach, and Kopachuck State Parks. The Park Ranger 3 serves as the expert level Law Enforcement Officer for the area and supports administration, supervision, maintenance, and public service within the management area. You will work in tandem with the Park Operations Ranger, C&M Supervisor, and Park Ranger 4 to implement the area management plan from a concept or vision into operation. This position is not eligible to telework, as physical in-office presence is required to perform essential functions. Park Housing is available at a subsidized cost. Housing for this position is located at Belfair State Park in our 1,800 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence with a fully fenced back yard.

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).
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.
Willing to work Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, long and/or irregular hours and during inclement weather conditions.
Refrain from excessive alcohol consumption.
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.
Ability to remain flexible to respond to park emergencies.
Ability to use learned knowledge and understanding of the organizational and political climate to make decisions and take actions that satisfy diverse interests and contribute effectively to organizational goals.
Ability to focus on educating and influencing park users for voluntary compliance.
Ability to consistently enforce governmental laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to initiate enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective and reasonable.
Ability to work with the public, employees and other staff in a friendly, positive and approachable manner in order to create a positive work environment.
Ability to make independent decisions that achieve desired results.
Ability to collect data, make sound decisions from data gathered, and evaluate consequences.
Have the demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes required to effectively supervise and lead personnel.
Ability to establish clear performance expectations, coach and mentor employees, provide regular feedback, and correct behavior when necessary.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
Ability to orally communicate effectively on a one-on-one basis and in small groups.
Ability to write clearly and succinctly.
Ability to learn and grow.
Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

Perform duties as the lead Law Enforcement Ranger for park area.
Maintain expertise of rules and regulations necessary to perform Law Enforcement duties.
Schedule appropriate Law Enforcement coverage based on demonstrable park needs.
Perform administrative duties for the Park Area, implementing area strategies based on mission and goals as defined by Area Manager.
Assess operational needs of park area; raise issues with Area Manager.
Develop logistical plan for completion of park projects.
Provide area manager with prioritized lists and necessary documentation.
Provide oversight for day-to-day operations of park area.
Develop staff schedules.
Prepare for emergency management.
Ensure that all necessary plans are in place and up to date.
Develop and manage special projects in collaboration with work groups, weed boards, wildlife departments and other outside entities.
Participate in maintenance functions within the park area.
Assign, schedule, and complete lower-level maintenance projects for park area, where journey level skills are not required.
Ensure all safety requirements are met on job site.
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.
Ensure staff meet training requirements.
Timely complete PDPs on an annual basis.
Hold staff accountable for meeting expectations; raise issues of significance with Area Manager.
Coordinate with Area Manager on personnel matters when necessary.
Supervise and provide oversight for work groups and volunteers.
Leadership to area staff as defined by Area Manager.
Create an environment of collaborative teamwork and respect for all employees.
Address concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Proactively communicate with staff in a positive and supportive manner.
Represent Area.