Park Law Enforcement Ranger II - Ute Lake State Park (EMNRD #5747)
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$23.17 - $34.76 Hourly$48,196 - $72,294 AnnuallyThis position is a Pay Band PFPosting DetailsThis posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.This position requires NM Law Enforcement certification at time of hire. If you're not currently NM Law Enforcement certified and are willing to become certified, please apply for the Park Law Enforcement Ranger II, UNDERFILL Non-Certified - Ute Lake State Park (EMNRD #5747) position currently posted (Job ID # 148851).Outdoorrecreation is a driving force in New Mexico¿s economy and State Parks is a key player. Connected to communities statewide, our 35 state parks are often economic drivers for local businesses, towns, and cities. Many rural communities rely on a state park as a major source of economic development. The State Parks¿ mission is to protect and enhance natural and cultural resources, provide first-class recreational and education facilities and opportunities, and promote public safety to benefit and enrich the lives of visitors. State Parks is committed to this mission, employing professional, dedicated staff to ensure that parks are cared for and preserved to the highest professional standards. State Park programs provide safe, fun, and educational experiences for the whole family. Why does the job exist?This position is assigned to Ute Lake State Park. The park ranger serves the agency mission by enforcing park rules, regulations, and laws and ensuring the safety of visitors and protection of park resources. The ranger provides customer service assisting park visitors through selling permits, providing information, and maintaining order in the park. Additionally this position assists with supervision of seasonal and volunteer positions. State Park Law Enforcement (LE) Ranger¿s work to patrol and manage New Mexico State Parks and the resources within, to include ensuring the preservation and regulation of outdoor recreational activities and natural resources. Park LE Rangers have full law enforcement authority within New Mexico State Parks and are charged with keeping the peace therein. Law enforcement authority also includes statewide jurisdiction and primary enforcement of the Boat Act. How does it get done?This position is responsible for assisting visitors, enforcing state laws, ensuring the grounds and facilities are clean and safe for enjoyable recreation and overseeing the park trail/interpretive and volunteer programming. This will include law enforcement duties to include regular patrol of campground facilities and navigable waters in the area ensuring compliance with park rules/regulations and state boating laws. This position is responsible for general supervision, training and assigning jobs of seasonal and park volunteers. The position will monitor park operations while performing general functions of park administration, fee enhancement, related law enforcement. Who are the customers?Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park. Ideal CandidateBachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Criminal Justice or Wildlife Management from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in parks and recreation management, natural resources, biology, environmental sciences, forestry, criminal justice and/or wildlife management. Must be a certified NM peace officer.¿ The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of parks and recreation management with experience in Law Enforcement. ¿ The candidate must be able to perform in stressful situations requiring prompt decision making with significant consequences. ¿ The candidate must have excellent communication, organizational skills, and be able to provide outstanding customer service. Minimum QualificationAssociates degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Criminal Justice orWildlife Management from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in parks and recreation management, natural resources, biology, environmental sciences, forestry, criminal justice and/or wildlife management. Must be a certified NM peace officer. Substitutions apply. Substitution TableThese combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position: Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 4 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 4 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 4 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree or higher in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience • Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position. • If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of semester hours in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.Employment RequirementsIncumbent must submit to and pass an extensive background investigation and the prescribed physical fitness, medical and psychological examinations. Must be a certified Peace Officer. Must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. As a safety sensitive law enforcement position, incumbent will be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing. -Must be willing to accept assignment/transfer to another geographic location. -Moderate to extensive travel in region/statewide area. -Incumbent is required to live in park housing, if available.-Weekend and holiday work required.-Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Working ConditionsThis position is a Law Enforcement position and requires the incumbent to be in optimum physical condition. Lifting, bending, standing running, are above average. This position is placed in strenuous situations where physical strength may be necessary to restrain or stop criminal activity. This position works outdoors 70% of the time and is exposed to machinery, adverse weather conditions, and some travel. This position is also administrative. The use of various hand and power tools is required on occasion. Requires working inside and outside, occasionally in adverse weather conditions, extreme cold or heat, for extended periods of time. Due to the nature of park and region work, there is a risk of injury, animal or insect bites, and exposure to infection, dust, allergens, chemicals, and petroleum products. Shift work is required on weekends, holidays and during events held at the park or at another site. Emergency situations may arise requiring extended hours of work or return to work after normal hours. Sitting at a desk or computer workstation is essential. Supplemental InformationDo you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Ed Johnson Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.Bargaining Unit PositionThis position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.