Salary: $59,948.00 - $107,907.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 08077Department: RECREATIONOpening Date: 05/20/2024Closing Date: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM EasternFunction Are you an experienced law enforcement officer or Park Ranger leader with a background in managing facility and park operations? Hampton's Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services Department is looking for a Chief Park Ranger to oversee the park operations and the safety and security of citizens, visitors, wildlife and facilities for the various City parks. This position provides leadership to the Parks team and oversees patrols to ensure safety and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies, while also protecting the integrity of parklands. Prior law enforcement experience is required.The Chief Park Ranger manages and develops park programs, and oversees city parklands and facilities to include law enforcement and security, conservation, and maintenance. Minimum Requirements
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Park Administration, Public Administration, Environmental Education, Forestry, Law Enforcement, or a closely related field of study applicable to nature park operations and management.
- Successful completion of the Hampton Roads Regional Academy of Criminal Justice or an equivalent state certified police academy required.
- Requires five (5) years of experience in park management, nature interpretation, outdoor construction, or law enforcement, preferably in outdoor recreation settings or closely related experience to include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
- Must attain and maintain the Special Conservator of Peace designation.
- Must pass annual firearms qualification standards.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
- Must successfully pass a Hampton Police background investigation to include polygraph examination, written test, and psychological testing.
Additional Requirements
- Virginia State Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer issued by the Virginia Division of Criminal Justice Services, within one year of employment and maintains that status for the duration of service.
- Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
- May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include nights, weekends, holidays and on call emergency standby.
- Requires frequent local travel.
- The incumbent may be considered essential personnel during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
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- The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
- -Health insurance
- -Dental insurance
- -Vision insurance
- -Reimbursement accounts
- Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-###-####). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
- Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-###-####. For more information, see the
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- The eleven paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Park Administration, Public Administration, Environmental Education, Forestry, Law Enforcement, or a closely related field of study applicable to nature park operations and management?
02 Which of the options below best describes your experience in park management, nature interpretation, outdoor construction or law enforcement, preferably in outdoor recreation settings?
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1-2 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5-6 years of experience
- 7-9 years of experience
- 10 or more years of experience
03 Which of the options below best describes your supervisory experience?
- No experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
04 I understand that if I am selected for employment in this position I must successfully complete the Hampton Roads Regional Academy of Criminal Justice or an equivalent state certified police academy and pass annual firearms qualification standards.
05 I understand that this position may require work beyond a standard 40 hour work week to include evenings and weekends and that out of town travel may be required.
06 I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I must attain and maintain a Conservator of the Peace designation.
07 I understand that if hired I must obtain a Virginia State Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer issued by the Virginia Division of Criminal Justice Services, within one year of employment and maintains that status for the duration of service employment in this position.
08 This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: 09 I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully pass a Hampton Police background investigation to include polygraph examination, written test, and psychological testing.
10 I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
11 I understand that I will be considered essential personnel during City emergency situations and may be required to work long and unusual hours during such situations.
12 I understand this position is exempt.
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