LOCATION AND POSITION INFORMATION:

This position is located at Lake D'Arbonne State Park in Farmerville, LA.

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam 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.

Applicants without a current test score can apply to take the test here.

This position is in a Career Progression Group to a Park Ranger 2. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Park Ranger 1 or 2 based on the qualifications of the selected applicant. Please refer to the "Class Specifications" page by clicking here, for specific information of salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

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:
No specialized experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of application.

2. Willingness and ability to carry firearms.

3. Possession of a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.

4. 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.

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.

Explains rules and regulations to park visitors for the purpose of protecting and preserving natural, historic, and cultural features, sites and structures.

Prepares and maintains various records and reports pertaining to park activities.

Performs general painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and related trades work as required.

Cleans and supplies restrooms, removes refuse from trash receptacles and grounds, and performs other general clean-up functions.

Operates numerous power tools, trucks and other equipment.

Collects and accounts for fees.