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Louisiana Department of State Civil Service Park Ranger 1-2 in Abbeville, Louisiana
Park Ranger 1-2
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Park Ranger 1-2
Salary
$3,009.07 - $5,252.00 Monthly
Location
Abbeville, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
CRT-2024-193855-MBT
Department
Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks
Opening Date
04/23/2024
Closing Date
5/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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Supplemental Information
LOCATION AND POSITION INFORMATION:
This position is located atPalmetto Island State Park in Abbeville, LA.
The special entrance rate of pay is $17.36/hour for this position.
If offered the position, candidate must be able to drive to Baton Rouge to submit a background check.
This position is in a Career Progression Group up to aPark Ranger 2. As part of a Career Progression Group,vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Park Ranger 1 or 2based on the qualifications of the selected applicant. Please refer to the "Class Specifications" page by clickinghere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/classspecs) , for specific information of salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE)in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered.
Applicantswithout current test scores can apply to take the testhere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/3147666/2100-protective-services-exam-pse) .
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Melissa Thibodaux
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Fax: (225) 342-7928
mthibodaux@crt.la.gov
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No specialized experience or training is required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of application.
Willingness and ability to carry firearms.
Possession of a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.
No physical disablements which would prevent the functioning as a law enforcement officer.
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by State and Federal laws is granted.
Job Concepts
Function of Work:
To enforce all state laws, rules and regulations on a facility operated by the Office of State Parks and provide assistance to visitors.
Level of Work:
Entry.
Supervision Received:
Close from a Park Manager or other official or higher level.
Supervision Exercised:
None, although on small sites the incumbent may oversee the maintenance crew as needed.
Location of Work:
Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, Office of State Parks. May be used by other organizations with approval from the Department of State Civil Service. (such as the Sabine River Authority).
Job Distinctions:
Differs from Park Ranger 2 by the lack of journeyman level responsibility and authority.
Differs from other law enforcement jobs by the confinement of work area to facilities operated by the Office of State Parks.
Examples of Work
The purpose of this position is to enforce all applicable laws on a state park and to educate the public on their role in the protection of natural resources, cultural, and historic resources.
60% Law Enforcement
Protects park visitors by enforcing federal, state, and local laws and park rules and regulations,
Performs emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of the site.
Investigates incidents and/or complaints such as, but not limited to, vehicular, vandalism, accidents, trespassing, and search/rescue that occur within the park boundaries.
Testifies in court as required.
Work with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and district attorneys in the arrest and prosecution of individuals.
Provides security by patrolling and inspecting the site by vehicle, foot patrol, bicycle, and boat.
Teaches visitors to respect the delicate, natural balance of our state parks.
Regulates the number of site visitors.
20% Customer Service
Assists overnight guests during their stay by performing customer service duties.
Provides tourism information and local directions to the park visitors, and disseminates other information as requested.
Performs maintenance, custodial, inspections, and/or fee collection tasks as needed.
I0% Administrative Support
Prepares and maintains various records and reports associated with park operations.
Prepares and maintains incident reports, recordings, etc. associated with law enforcement duties.
5% Training
Participates and successfully completes all required training by the Office of State Parks. The training includes POST Council Certification annually, annual certification in First-Aid/CPR, and other certifications as designated by the Office of State Parks.
Provides training and assistance in the development and training of Ranger l's as they work to meet the qualifications of the Ranger 2 position.
5% Park Events
Works special details/events within the Office of State Parks in conjunction with federal, state, and local agencies that include inaugural events, search and rescue activities, parking details, specialized enforcement tasks, disaster assistance, and working special events at parks such as re-enactments, grand openings, day in the park events, school day events, etc.
Confers with park staff to determine subject and schedules for park programs.
Perform additional duties as assigned and performs customer service to a high degree of excellence.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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According to State Civil Service rule 22.8, applicants who possess a Louisiana Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification will be exempt from the Protective Services Exam (PSE) Do you currently possess a Louisiana POST Certification?
Yes
No
02
Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
Yes
No
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If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.
Required Question
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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