Park Ranger #1872 - Parks & Recreation - Riverpark - Public Works Division

Park Ranger

This is a law enforcement position.

This posting is for three (3) vacancies. This position requires a current P.O.S.T. certification. Only applicants who possess a current P.O.S.T. certification will be considered for this position. This position requires applicants to be eligible for commission by the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. An NCIC and fingerprinting background check will be required. Applicants will also be required to pass a polygraph and psychological evaluation.

Under general supervision and as a primary park visitor contact, interacts with the public to assist in the safe enjoyment of Hamilton County Park resources, programs, and activities; protects the use of Park lands and facilities; and performs other related work as required. This is a law enforcement position. Employees in this position enforce the laws of the State of Tennessee and the Hamilton County Park Rules and Regulations.

Essential functions (as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

Provides guidance, assistance, and informative programming to park users and visitors; provides reservation and/or check-in assistance to park visitors; compiles and forwards reports with recommendations; responds to emergency situations and events in parks; provides basic first aid, security and/or other assistance as required by the situation; ensures all visitors have a safe and enjoyable park experience; provides a security presence; enforces Federal, State, and local laws as well as park policies and regulations;

contacts and requests back-up/assistance from other law enforcement or appropriate public service entities as warranted; works a rotating schedule with hours and days outside the traditional work week. Provides any and all job duties as a Hamilton County Park Ranger under the scope and limitations of authority as provided by document Park Ranger – Scope and Limitations of Authority Policy.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of Hamilton County General Government policies and procedures. Knowledge of Hamilton County Parks' history, wildlife, natural statistics, and recreation opportunities. Knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, and policies regarding park lands and resources. Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of bookkeeping, record keeping, and file management. Skill in working in a highly dynamic work environment with changing program demands and priorities.

Skill in assessing situations and taking actions appropriate to the needs. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, related agencies and representatives, law enforcement agencies, users of park facilities, interested parties and the public. Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. Skill effectively communicating in both written and oral form. Skill in communicating effectively in both oral and written form with a variety of people and organizations.

Ability to interact with persons of different social, economic, and cultural backgrounds in varied work situations.

The equivalent of a high school diploma and a valid driver's license is required. Must possess a current and valid Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification or possess a current and valid P.O.S.T. Certification from another state and be able to obtain a current and valid P.O.S.T. Certification from the State of Tennessee within six (6) months of date of hire. Must be eligible for and maintain Commission by the Office of the Hamilton County Sheriff.

Safety sensitive:
This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following:
1) post offer pre-employment
2) when there is reasonable cause
3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident
4) on a random basis
5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or
6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.

Additional requirements:

Incumbents must be able to retain all law-enforcement-related certifications and commission. Incumbents must receive and retain first aid, first responder and all other certifications and licenses required. This position requires an NCIC background check which includes fingerprinting. Applicants will also be required to pass a polygraph and psychological evaluation during the Commission process. Must be certified in basic life support including the use of an AED or have ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of hire.

Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to…