Hamilton County (Ohio) Park District

Received a position announcement for a commissioned LE Ranger:

The Hamilton County Park District Ranger Department is accepting applications for participation in the selection process for full-time Park Ranger positions.  Applicants for full-time sworn positions must possess the minimum qualifications to participate in the selection process:

1)         Basic Peace Officer certification from Ohio or another state, or currently enrolled in an Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Academy. Certification must be transferable to Ohio.

2)         Must be a U.S. citizen

3)         Minimum of 21 years of age.

4)         Associates degree or three years patrol experience in law enforcement.

5)         State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets Hamilton County Park District Current carrier guidelines.

6)         No felony or domestic violence convictions.

Preferred qualifications include any formal or informal education or experience in Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation or related field.

Rangers are certified Peace Officers as defined by the Ohio Revised Code. Duties include enforcement of state laws and Park District bylaws within the jurisdiction of the Hamilton County Park District; customer service to park patrons; investigation of criminal acts; assisting injured, ill or disabled persons; investigation of accidents; traffic control; and other duties as necessary to fulfill the Ranger Department’s mission. Starting salary is $47,739 with excellent benefits, including free use of many Park District recreational activities and membership in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Apply by application to: Hamilton County Park District, 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231. Re: Park Ranger. Or apply online at www.greatparks.org. Deadline to apply is June 1, 2010. EOE.

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