Park Ranger Certified

Lancaster County•Lancaster, PA

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About The Position

A Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation Ranger performs a wide variety of duties focused on visitor service and protection. The position assists pavilion rental customers, answers visitor questions, enforces Park Rules and Regulations on County Park property, and manages and protects park resources and facilities. The Certified Park Ranger position is classified as an Essential Employee in the County system. The position reports directly to the Chief Ranger and works as a team with the other Rangers in the Department. The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to its employees; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Resource/Wildlife Management, Environmental or Earth Science, Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a similar field, plus one year of experience as a Park Ranger; or an equivalent amount of relevant training and experience.
Knowledge of operating automotive, communicative, emergency, weapons, rescue, and other types of equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Upon employment, successfully complete required Act 57 pre-employment checks and background investigation.
Upon employment, hold current Act 235 Lethal Weapons certification.
Upon employment, successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Upon employment, possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
Upon employment, successfully complete a background check, including state and federal criminal history, PA Childline clearance, and driving history.
Within three months of hire, complete and maintain PPCT certification, including defensive tactics, baton, and handcuffing training.
Within three months of hire, complete training and maintain certification in OC spray use.
Within three months of hire, complete and maintain American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
Within three months of hire, complete and maintain American Red Cross First Aid certification.
Qualify annually with a department-issued handgun, as administered by a certified County firearms instructor.
Qualify annually with a 12-gauge shotgun, as administered by a certified County firearms instructor.
Complete and maintain Conducted Electrical Weapon (Taser) training and certification as administered by a certified County firearms instructor.
Meet the stated physical requirements, including sitting, standing and walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
Be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

Patrol park grounds and boundaries to address visitor issues and identify problem areas.
Provide friendly and courteous service to park visitors, including unlocking facilities, checking in rental customers, and answering questions.
Enforce Park Rules and Regulations on County Park property in accordance with the Park Ranger Policy and Standard Operating Procedures, using education, written and verbal warnings, and citations.
Maintain accurate and complete written records, including daily patrol logs and incident reports.
Receive, document, and address public complaints, inquiries, and questions.
Advise the Chief Ranger on enforcement of rules and regulations and on safety and security matters in the County park system.
Attend judicial hearings and proceedings, and maintain current files on outstanding violations and repeat offenders.
Use offensive and defensive weapons as necessary to ensure the safety of self and others.
Perform other duties and complete additional training as assigned.