State Park Ranger I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Louisville, KY

1d•$2,976 - $4,464•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky State Park Ranger Division has an opening at EP Tom Sawyer State Park for a State Park Ranger I. A Kentucky State Park Ranger enforces state laws on Kentucky State Park properties, protecting our guests and property and providing a safe environment. Shifts may vary depending on the needs of the park. At times, the Kentucky State Park Ranger may provide services to park guests such as trail rescues, first aid, and general information about the park and area attractions. Candidates for this position are required to have 1 year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer. Information about reciprocity can be found here: https://justice.ky.gov/Boards-Commissions/KLEC/programs/Pages/reciprocity.aspx Applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of appointment. Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact. The ideal candidate will have: Required Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification. For more information visit:https://docjt.ky.gov/ A working knowledge of Kentucky Revised Statutes. The ability to quickly learn the policies and procedures of the Kentucky State Parks and Ranger Division. Have a strong work ethic and be able to work alone with minimal supervision. The ability to use basic computer programs. Strong verbal and written skills. If you enjoy the outdoors, interacting with people and working independently consider applying to become a Kentucky State Park Ranger! Kentucky State Park Ranger Division is a participating Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund (KLEFPF) agency. Rangers are required to possess and maintain a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certificate. Rangers currently receive an additional $4,562 training stipend each year for adhering to the training guidelines established by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC).

Requirements

1 year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer.
Required Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification.
A working knowledge of Kentucky Revised Statutes.
Ability to quickly learn the policies and procedures of the Kentucky State Parks and Ranger Division.
Strong work ethic and ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
Ability to use basic computer programs.
Strong verbal and written skills.
Must be twenty-one years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment.

Responsibilities

Enforces state laws on Kentucky State Park properties.
Protects guests and property.
Provides a safe environment.
May provide services to park guests such as trail rescues, first aid, and general information about the park and area attractions.