The Park Ranger serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for enforcing state laws and park regulations through patrol, citations, and arrests
Job Summary
The Park Ranger serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for enforcing state laws and park regulations through patrol, citations, and arrests.
Key responsibilities include researching natural resources, developing management plans, and conducting environmental education programming for visitors.
Selected candidates must successfully complete physical and psychological examinations, drug testing, and background investigations prior to employment.
Matching Summary
The Park Ranger serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for enforcing state laws and park regulations through patrol, citations, and arrests.
Salary
Recruitment Range: $50,000.00 - $65,745.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Commissioned law enforcement officer duties
Natural and cultural resource management
Emergency medical response and rescue
Environmental interpretation and education
Facility maintenance and operations
Nice-to-have
Enthusiastic team member for outdoor work
Experience with prescribed fire management
Ability to supervise seasonal employees
Strong communication skills for public interaction
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Parks/Recreation or Natural Science
Valid NC driver's license
Law Enforcement Officer certification within one year
CPR Certification within 12 months
Wildland Fire Suppression training within 12 months
Chainsaw training within 12 months
EMR certification within 30 months
FUNSAR certification within 30 months
Pass physical and psychological exams
Work Rights
Proof of employment eligibility required on first day