Seasonal Patrol Officer

Seasonal Patrol Officer #VR-001

Location:

Middletown, CT
Salary: $16.50 - $23.87/hour
Open date: 10/7/2025
Close date: 3/2/2026

If you are interested in a seasonal opportunity to protect and patrol our Connecticut State Parks, we have a unique position available!

Seasonal Patrol Officers, also called EnCon Rangers, assist the State Environmental Conservation Police by working with the public to assist them in the safe and orderly enjoyment of our State Parks resources and activities while providing for the enforcement of laws and regulations for State Parks.

• The selected candidates must be fluent in English, be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment and have a valid motor vehicle license.
• The selected candidates must possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (including work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and members of the public.

• Employment as an EnCon Ranger by DEEP in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025.
• Successfully complete 120 hours Seasonal Ranger, DEEP provided training course prior to May 30th.
• Currently employed as a Connecticut police officer with a current POST certification.
• Retired in good standing within the last 3 years from a Connecticut police agency without any unresolved or pending disciplinary action as a sworn officer with a valid POST certification.

• Experience with criminal and motor vehicle laws and law enforcement procedures.
• Experience with regulations pertaining to use of parks and forest lands.
• Experience communicating over the phone, via email, and in-person.

• Incumbents in this class will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate.
• Incumbents performing patrol officer functions must currently possess either: a POST certification or be eligible for POST recertification without completing the Basic Training program again (must be current or retired within two (2) years of last POST certified required employment).
• Incumbents must successfully complete a DESPP approved Seasonal Ranger training course, provided by DEEP.
• Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

Incumbents must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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