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Location : Chattanooga, TN
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 11/20/2023 - 1872 - 1
Department: GENERAL SERVICES DIVISION
Division: RECREATION - ENTERPRISE SOUTH
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under general supervision and as a primary park visitor contact, interacts with the public to assist in the safe enjoyment of Hamilton County Park resources, programs and activities; protects the use of Park lands and facilities; and performs other related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
Minimum Qualifications
The equivalent of a High School diploma and a valid driver's license is required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have OR be able to obtain Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification and Commission within six (6) months of date of hire.
Incumbents must be able to retain all law-enforcement-related certifications, and must receive and retain first aid, first responder, paramedic and/or EMT certifications and all other certifications and licenses required.
SAFETY SENSITIVE:
This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred candidates will have current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification, current Tennessee Commissions and a minimum of twelve (12) months of direct work experience in law enforcement.
Preferred candidate will have a minimum of 18 credit-hours of Post-Secondary coursework in Recreation, Parks Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Public Administration or related field*
*Relevant work experience may be substituted for Post-secondary education
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be in excellent physical shape with high levels of energy to perform various duties and have visual acuity and awareness to recognize any sign of danger before it has time to escalate.
Must pass a new hire physical examination that is consistent with the essential functions of the position which includes the following:
Must pass a vision and hearing test;
Must be able to swim;
Must pass a psychological evaluation that is consistent with the essential functions of the position;
Must be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons;
Work involves the risk of bodily harm and potential exposure to infectious diseases; infectious plants; poisonous plants, noxious fumes, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, and paid holidays to Full Time and Skimp (25 hours per week) employees. Full time employees also receive Retirement.
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To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess the equivalent of a High School diploma and have a valid driver's license?Do you meet all of the minimum qualifications for this position?
02
This position requires that all applicants must have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certification and Commission at the time of application, OR be able to obtain a Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification within six (6) months of hire date.Do you have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification?
03
What is your highest level of education completed?
04
If you indicated you possess a degree, please tell us the field of study your degree is in.
05
How many years of direct work experience do you have in a P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement position?
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Do you have direct work experience that required you to interact with persons of different social, economic, and cultural backgrounds in varied work situations?
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Do you have direct work experience that required you to instruct and provide guidance to the public?
08
Do you have direct work experience that required you to respond to emergency situations, provide basic first aid, or other assistance as needed?
09
Do you have ability to work in a position that involves the risk of bodily harm and exposure to infectious diseases?
10
Do you have ability to work a rotating schedule or shift with hours and days outside the traditional work week?
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces?
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The answers you provide in the "Supplemental Question" portion of the application will be used to review/process your application. Once this job posting closes, your answers to the supplemental questions cannot be changed. Have you reviewed your answers and verified they are correct?
Required Question
Location : Chattanooga, TN
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 11/20/2023 - 1872 - 1
Department: GENERAL SERVICES DIVISION
Division: RECREATION - ENTERPRISE SOUTH
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under general supervision and as a primary park visitor contact, interacts with the public to assist in the safe enjoyment of Hamilton County Park resources, programs and activities; protects the use of Park lands and facilities; and performs other related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
Minimum Qualifications
The equivalent of a High School diploma and a valid driver's license is required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have OR be able to obtain Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification and Commission within six (6) months of date of hire.
Incumbents must be able to retain all law-enforcement-related certifications, and must receive and retain first aid, first responder, paramedic and/or EMT certifications and all other certifications and licenses required.
SAFETY SENSITIVE:
This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred candidates will have current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification, current Tennessee Commissions and a minimum of twelve (12) months of direct work experience in law enforcement.
Preferred candidate will have a minimum of 18 credit-hours of Post-Secondary coursework in Recreation, Parks Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Public Administration or related field*
*Relevant work experience may be substituted for Post-secondary education
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be in excellent physical shape with high levels of energy to perform various duties and have visual acuity and awareness to recognize any sign of danger before it has time to escalate.
Must pass a new hire physical examination that is consistent with the essential functions of the position which includes the following:
- Run 1 mile in 10 minutes or less
- Drag 150lb dummy 10 yards in 60 seconds
- 20 push-ups within 1 minute
- 20 sit-ups within 1 minute
Must pass a vision and hearing test;
Must be able to swim;
Must pass a psychological evaluation that is consistent with the essential functions of the position;
Must be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons;
Work involves the risk of bodily harm and potential exposure to infectious diseases; infectious plants; poisonous plants, noxious fumes, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, and paid holidays to Full Time and Skimp (25 hours per week) employees. Full time employees also receive Retirement.
01
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess the equivalent of a High School diploma and have a valid driver's license?Do you meet all of the minimum qualifications for this position?
- Yes, I meet all of the minimum qualifications for this position.
- I meet some of the minimum qualifications for this position.
- No, I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
02
This position requires that all applicants must have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certification and Commission at the time of application, OR be able to obtain a Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification within six (6) months of hire date.Do you have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification?
- Yes, I have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification.
- No, I do not have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification, but I am able to attain certification within six (6) months of my hire date.
- No, I do not have a current Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification, and I would not able to attain certification within six (6) months of my hire date.
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What is your highest level of education completed?
- I do not have a GED or High School Diploma.
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree
04
If you indicated you possess a degree, please tell us the field of study your degree is in.
05
How many years of direct work experience do you have in a P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement position?
- No experience
- Minimal, less than one year.
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4-5 years
- 5-6 years
- 6-7 years
- 7-8 years
- 8-9 years
- 9-10 years
- 10 years or more
06
Do you have direct work experience that required you to interact with persons of different social, economic, and cultural backgrounds in varied work situations?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have direct work experience that required you to instruct and provide guidance to the public?
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have direct work experience that required you to respond to emergency situations, provide basic first aid, or other assistance as needed?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have ability to work in a position that involves the risk of bodily harm and exposure to infectious diseases?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have ability to work a rotating schedule or shift with hours and days outside the traditional work week?
- Yes
- No
11
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
12
Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces?
- Yes
- No
13
The answers you provide in the "Supplemental Question" portion of the application will be used to review/process your application. Once this job posting closes, your answers to the supplemental questions cannot be changed. Have you reviewed your answers and verified they are correct?
- Yes
- No
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