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Park Rangers (Commissioned) participate in operations, law enforcement, resource management, interpretation and maintenance activities at an assigned State park.
The State of Nevada offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! Nevada boasts not only exciting 24-hour cities, but recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts such as camping, boating, fishing and hiking with stunning mountain scenery and picturesque high desert splendor.
Valley of Fire is Nevada's largest and one of its most visited parks located approximately 60 miles northeast of Las Vegas, it has proven to be a great park to work in and live at. Incumbents work under the direct supervision of a Park Supervisor in all facets of park management including visitor services, visitor and public safety, resource management, maintenance, custodial services, interpretation, fee collection and accounting. They must be able to operate small equipment and vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions. Law enforcement academy training will be provided. Incumbents have the opportunity to progress to a Park Ranger II after one year. Typical duties include: clean and maintain park buildings/grounds/vehicles which can involve minor repairs; enforcing both park and state laws/regulations, writing citations, making arrests when needed, and ensuring visitor and public safety. Other duties include gathering visitor information/statistics, collecting, accounting and safeguarding fees, responding to visitor inquiries, preparing reports, and handling correspondence. They prepare and present interpretive programs, prepare special use agreements, and monitor commercial filming and wedding activities. Incumbents must be able to create and manipulate computer spreadsheets, tables, and power point programs. This position is subject to call-back and will be required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their ability to work in this geographical location. Park residency is required in the provided housing at this location. Incumbents will be required to respond to emergency calls or to alter their assigned days off to accommodate park and visitor needs. Incumbents will respond to law enforcement, search and rescue, emergency medical situations, and maintenance emergencies. The position does require physical exertion, often in hot or wet weather.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, agriculture, education, natural or environmental sciences, horticulture, history/folklore, wildlife management, museum management, park interpretation, business or public administration or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR two years of experience which provided experience in organizing, overseeing and performing park maintenance, interpretive programming, visitor services, and resource management duties. |
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Applicants must meet current Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code. |
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Candidates may be required to submit to a background check and physical agility examination prior to appointment. |
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Incumbents must complete a P.O.S.T. academy within 18 months of appointment. |
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The physical agility exam consists of: a) Vertical jump of no less than 14 inches; b) The Illinois Agility Run in 19.5 seconds or less; c) complete not less than 30 sit-ups in 1 minute; d) complete not less than 23 consecutive push-ups; e) 300 meter run in 68 seconds or less; f) 1.5 mile run/walk in 16 minutes and 57 seconds or less; g) lift and carry a 70-90 pound bag of cement/sand from the ground and carry 10 feet to tailgate of a standard pick-up truck and then return, repeated three times; h) 100 yard swim in 5 minutes. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. |
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. |
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Positions are subject to call back and must work various hours and/or shifts. |
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Positions require statewide travel. |
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Positions require work on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. |
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. The cost of fingerprinting is covered by the applicant. |
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As part of the selection process, the Division of State Parks requires; a) Physical agility exam; b) Comprehensive background investigation which will include a urinalysis, polygraph and a psychological examination; c) Physical examination. This cost will be covered by the hiring agency. |
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| The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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