State Park Ranger I

Posted 1 month ago
Commonwealth of Kentucky, Dawson Springs, KY 42408, Openings : 1,
Apply Here Job Description : Advertisement Closes 3/28/2024 (8:00 PM EDT) 24-01546 State Park Ranger I Pay Grade 12 Salary $4,117.33 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, &amp Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks Location 20781 Pennyrile Lodge Road
Dawson Springs, KY 42408 USA Description The Kentucky State Park Ranger Division has an opening at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park for a State Park Ranger I. A Kentucky State Park Ranger I enforces state laws on Kentucky State Park properties, protecting our guests and property and providing a safe environment. Shifts may vary depending upon the needs of the park.

The Kentucky State Park Ranger I at times may provide services to our guests such as trail rescues, first aid, general information such as area attractions and information regarding assigned park.

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.
  • Have strong verbal and written skills.
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 $4,300.00 training stipend each year for adhering to the training guidelines established by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC).

This position participates in a Hazardous duty retirement in addition to regular retirement.

Information on Reciprocity can be obtained by following the information at Reciprocity — Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.

If you enjoy the outdoors, interacting with people and working independently consider applying to become a Kentucky State Park Ranger! Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have one year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty-one years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Employees in this job title are subject to the provisions of KRS Chapter 15 and 503 KAR 1:140 relating to peace officer certification as administered by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification (s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Conditions are consistent with other law enforcement officers. Incumbents working in this job title perform work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jammie Moore at jammie.moore@ky.gov or 270-362-4271. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Last Date For Apply: 2024-06-28 00:00:00 Job Type : FULL_TIME, Employment Type : FULL_TIMEApply Here