Park Ranger II - DPR60033181

State of North Carolina•Crowders Mountain SP Gaston, NC

4d•$55,000 - $78,271•Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Love being outside and exploring some of North Carolina’s most beautiful places? Maybe you’d like working at a state park. The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic team member to fill our Park Ranger II position. A Park Ranger II provides educational programming, natural resource management, law enforcement/emergency services, temporary and permanent employee supervision, administration, operations, and maintenance. The Park Ranger II is a commissioned law enforcement officer and will enforce state laws and park regulations through patrol, education, warnings, citations, and arrests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science from an appropriately accredited institution AND one year of experience in area of assignment.
OR Equivalent combination of training and experience.
Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.
Selected candidates are required to have successful results in physical and psychological examinations to include drug testing and a background investigation as required by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education, Training and Standards Commission.
Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience interpreting and/or incorporating laws, rules, and/or regulations that affect a large segment of the public, work unit, and/or program.
Demonstrated experience researching, preparing, and/or conducting educational programs.

Responsibilities

Utilizes a methodical and logical approach to investigate and enforce criminal laws, state park rules and regulations.
Enforces state laws and park regulations through patrol, education, warnings, citations, and arrests via vehicle and/or foot patrols. Coordinates with local, state or federal agencies as necessary.
Performs Law enforcement actions and court processes to clearly and concisely present evidence.
Issues camping permits, opens and closes facilities, and purchases equipment and supplies.
Supervises Park Ranger I and temporary positions; and if required may serve as acting park superintendent.
Recognizes emergency situations and takes appropriate action.
Manages, directs and assists large tour groups in the park.
Assists park visitors as necessary to resolve complaints or problems.
Leads interpretive and educational (I&E) activities for the public regarding the ecology and history of the park.
Manages the park's boundary line maintenance program, monitors natural resources.
Researches assigned natural resources, develops and implements resource management plans and I&E programs.
Communicates effectively through interpersonal interactions and written documents.
Responds to safety or law enforcement issues in the park and other park locations as necessary.
Provides first aid, emergency medical response, and emergency rescue for park visitors and provides assistance to other agencies.
Provides security assistance for large events and other public programming.
Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of park facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment.