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State of Oklahoma

Park Ranger - Lake Murray State Park

State of Oklahoma, Carter, Oklahoma, United States, 73627

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Job Posting Details

Job Posting Title: Park Ranger - Lake Murray State Park

Agency: 566 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND RECREATION

Supervisory Organization: Protective Services

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank): Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: $19.81/hour full-time

Job Description Park Ranger I is an entry level, non-supervisory position assigned patrol duties (all aspects) within Oklahoma State Parks, resort grounds, and other state properties. Park Rangers regularly work with other State and Federal law enforcement agencies. The primary focus of this position is the enforcement of Oklahoma state traffic and criminal laws, Federal law, and park rules and regulations.

Oklahoma State Park Rangers are provided excellent training, both in-house and through other approved outlets and agencies. Park Rangers must complete the in-house Field Training Officer Program and serve a one-year trial period.

Typical Job Duties

Provide assistance to visitors as needed; ensure compliance with established laws, rules and regulations including traffic enforcement.

Conduct investigations; issue warnings and written citations; make arrests; seize and secure property and/or contraband; write detailed reports; and complete appropriate forms.

Represent the agency in court during legal proceedings; provide testimony and/or present evidence as required; and assist other area law enforcement agencies.

Provide security and protection to the public and OTRD staff, state property, and natural resources.

Provide first aid to injured person/s as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, and at least 21 years of age.

Must have Peace Officer CLEET certification; or out of state/federal equivalent.

No felony convictions; no convictions of domestic assault or crimes of moral turpitude.

Pass a pre-employment drug test and polygraph.

Pass OLERS (Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System) retirement physical.Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver's License.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often in high stress situations.

Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Maintain good working relationships.

Handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.

Willingness to work irregular hours under any conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management

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