Park Ranger 1-2 (Law Enforcement)

State of Louisiana•Westwego, LA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails. This position is located at Bayou Segnette State Park, in Westwego, LA. The purpose of this position is to enforce all applicable laws in a state park and to educate the public on their role in the protection of natural resources, cultural, and historic resources.

Requirements

No experience or training is required.
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by State and Federal laws is granted.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Nice To Haves

If you are currently POST Certified in Louisiana, you may qualify for a testing exemption for this exam.

Responsibilities

Protects park visitors by enforcing federal, state, and local laws and park rules and regulations.
Performs emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of the site.
Investigates incidents and/or complaints such as, but not limited to, vehicular, vandalism, accidents, trespassing, and search/rescue that occur within the park boundaries.
Work with federal, state,& local law enforcement agencies & district attorneys in the arrest & prosecution of individuals.
Provides security by patrolling and inspecting the site by vehicle, foot patrol, bicycle, and boat.
Assists overnight guests during their stay by performing customer service duties.
Provides tourism information and local directions to the park visitors, and disseminates other information as requested.
Performs maintenance, custodial, inspections, and/or fee collection tasks as needed.
Prepares and maintains incident reports, recordings, etc. associated with law enforcement duties.
Participates & successfully completes all required training by the Office of State Parks (OSP). The training includes POST Council Certification annually, annual certification in First-Aid/CPR,& other certifications as designated by the OSP.
Works special details/events within the Office of State Parks in conjunction with federal, state, and local agencies that include inaugural events, search and rescue activities, parking details, specialized enforcement tasks, disaster assistance, & working special events at parks such as re-enactments, grand openings, day in the park events, school day events, etc.