PARK SERGEANT

Job Title

Park Sergeant (2 positions)

• Req: 54423
• Position #:  &
• Salary: $61,523 – $91,054
• Grade: LES
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• Location:
  
  Company F (Northwest) & A (North Central)
• Closing date: 12/16/2025

• Lead and manage regional law enforcement operations across multiple state parks within an assigned region.
• Ensure regional adherence to Arkansas State Parks law enforcement policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Direct law enforcement activities during critical incidents, special events, or coordinated enforcement operations.
• Serve as the regional incident commander during emergencies, natural disasters, or large‑scale investigations.
• Monitor and assess safety risks, criminal activity, and enforcement needs to develop action plans and deploy resources.
• Manage regional reports, documentation, budget planning, equipment inventory, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the Park Lieutenant Colonel and other Majors to ensure consistency and efficiency across the state.
• Oversee regional training תח compliance, firearms qualifications, and readiness for emergency deployment.
• Supervise staff by interviewing, recommending for hire/fire, assigning and reviewing work, counseling, and evaluating performance.
• Handle employee relations issues and participate in disciplinary proceedings.
• Respond to complaints, concerns, or inquiries related to park law enforcement operations.
• Approve leave, training, duties, schedules, and performance evaluations.
• Chair a committee over one of the emergency services teams.
• Serve as a law enforcement instructor and field training officer.
• Conduct patrolling for thefts, illegal hunting, vandalism, and other violations; make arrests, testify in court, assist local agencies, and administer first aid.
• Enforce Arkansas traffic and criminal statutes, park‑specific rules, park directives, regulations, and Arkansas Game & Fish laws.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, motivate, and manage law enforcement teams in a high‑accountability environment.
• Conflict resolution and decision‑making skills in fast‑paced, dynamic settings.
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills for reports, presentations, and stakeholder interactions.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal departments, local law enforcement, and emergency services.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity in decision making.
• Strong situational awareness and the ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
• Proactive leadership in emergency or unpredictable situations.
• Ability to adapt to evolving enforcement needs and organizational changes.
• Ability to mentor and teach law enforcement aspects to rangers in training and other law enforcement rangers.

• At least four years of experience in law enforcement, including at least two years in a leadership capacity.
• Availability for 24‑hour calls and flexible shift coverage, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Physical ability to traverse rough AMC terrain, work in inclement weather, and carry a firearm while on duty.

• Certified law enforcement officer in the State of Arkansas.
• Other job‑related education or experience may substitute for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.

Eligible for a full benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement, paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

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The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.