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Form of workThe Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing state laws and county ordinances within the Macon-Bibb County Area.
- Enforces state laws and county ordinances within the Macon-Bibb County Area.
- Patrols all areas on a regular basis.
- Issues citations and makes arrests for violations of State laws and County Ordinances.
- Investigates boating accidents, motor vehicle accidents, and additional accidents within the Macon-Bibb County Area.
- Investigates and takes reports on crimes committed with the Macon-Bibb County Area; testifies in court as necessary.
- Conducts search and rescue efforts on the water and within the surrounding areas.
- Assists with the supervision of lifeguards during the summer season; may be responsible for site lifeguard program.
- Assists Macon-Bibb County personnel with office duties, park maintenance needs, special events and outdoor educational programs as needed.
- Responds to complaints from Macon-Bibb County property owners, surrounding residents and visitors.
- Maintains all issued equipment including gatehouse camera systems.
- May oversee site water testing program; may serve as the site's safety officer.
- Assists with inventory check of all equipment assigned to Law Enforcement Rangers.
- Must complete a minimum of 40 hours of POST training classes each year.
- Completes special projects and performs other miscellaneous duties as required by management.
The Park Ranger should possess, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Preferred to have some law enforcement experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
TRAVEL:
The Park Rangers are required to travel frequently through the recreation area and occasionally to other parts of Macon-Bibb County.
- Possession of POST certified or possess the ability to become POST certified within the first year of employment.
- Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
TRAVEL:
The Park Rangers are required to travel frequently through the recreation area and occasionally to other parts of Macon-Bibb County.
- Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
- Knowledge of State criminal laws, State boating laws, and County ordinances.
- Knowledge of law enforcement processes, including arrests.
- Knowledge of applicable State and Federal laws and County and Department policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of first-aid and CPR techniques.
- Skill in operating power boats and other watercraft.
- Skill in the use of firearms, communications equipment, photographic equipment, and other standard and specialized equipment.
- Skill in the use of physical restraint methods and equipment.
- Skill in interpersonal relations as it pertains to conflict resolution.
- Skill in operating emergency vehicles.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to swim.
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Employment Type: Full Time
