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Park Ranger 1, Peace Officer
Operations - Rangers
Full Time
$32000-42000
Aug 11, 2014
DEFINITION
Patrols park on foot and in vehicle; ensures the compliance or enforcement of park rules and regulations; performs law
enforcement duties as necessary; opens facilities as required. Supervises and advises maintenance crew and volunteers
of daily priorities; sets up park for special events, checks in groups for pavilions and camps. Performs search and rescue
operations. Secures and locks park for night.
Performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Current APOSTC certification, current Alabama driver’s license, current EMT-B certification preferred
Ability to manage simultaneous tasks or projects with a good attitude and team spirit. Apply methods and techniques of
park operation and Integrated Park Management. Ability to act as APOSTC peace officer independently. Ability to learn
and apply Commission laws, regulations, and administration procedures applicable to park operations. Deal with the
public in a courteous manner. Ability to lead others in work tasks and projects. Ability to think and act quickly in an
emergency. Ability to plan and carry out varied maintenance activities. Ability to develop and present educational
programs. Use sound judgment a variety of operational situations.
Coordinate actions and share information with other agencies as needed.
Ability to successfully complete Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission Physical Agility/Ability test
in required times if requested.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Work directly under the Chief Park Ranger or his/her designee.
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Manage staff and public in accordance with park policy
Patrol park properties
Act as APOSTC certified peace officer as required
Interact with other public agencies
Write reports and record operations incidents as required
Maintain situational awareness
Off road driving
Operation of tools and equipment
Look and act in a professional manner
Assist Medic rangers with medical emergencies