Park Ranger 1 - Law Enforcement (PCN 10-5185 & 10-5278) - State of Alaska

NEW LOCATION ADDED

All requested documents must be attached to move to the interview phase.

Applicants applying for this opening are applying to the following locations.
Kodiak, AK
Fairbanks, AK

Soldotna, AK
 
This recruitment post will be open for a minimum of 30 days and possibly up to 90 days.
 
Starting Pay
Fairbanks Salary: $30.62/hour
Kodiak Salary: $33.00/hour

 
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation is recruiting for two (2) twelve-month Park Ranger I positions. Alaska State Park Rangers oversee the largest state park system in the country, with 156 park units totaling over 3.4 million acres of public land and water, making this position one of the most unique in the nation. Park Rangers deter crime, promote public safety, and protect public resources through presence and actions as uniformed and armed peace officers. Rangers provide public education and enforce state statutes and regulations pertaining to Alaska’s state park lands and waters, fish and wildlife, and criminal and traffic laws. This position coordinates, prioritizes, and supervises park-wide field activities in designated areas of responsibility (AOR).

Mission and Culture
The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation provides outdoor recreation opportunities while conserving and interpreting the natural, cultural, and historic resources for the continued use, enjoyment, and welfare of the people. The duties and field presence of each Alaska State Park Ranger is key to fulfilling the Division’s mission.  Rangers ensure park units are safe for recreation, aid in search and rescue operations, prevent crime, provide medical aid, and respond to emergency public safety needs. Rangers perform additional duties, including the conservation and protection of state resources through the enforcement of state regulations and public education.
 
Core Responsibilities 

• Conduct patrols of park units to ensure the safety of users and the protection of public resources.
• Monitor compliance with all applicable regulations by maintaining contact with park users and landowners in the area.
• Investigate violations and crimes, contact suspects, issue citations and summons, file criminal complaints, make arrests and testify in court.
• Ensure the Park facilities are well-maintained, safe, and clean. 
• Provide visitor services and educational outreach to park visitors and the local communities.  Assist and coordinate activities with other government agencies, non-government organizations, and Division staff. 

 
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Park Rangers are the front-line field personnel for the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, working in and protecting the scenic, historical, and cultural areas that most people only get a chance to visit. Rangers are provided patrol vehicles and paid training opportunities and can receive overtime and shift differential premium pay. Qualified Rangers may receive additional opportunities to become instructors in a variety of disciplines. This position prepares you for career advancement opportunities into supervisory and/or administrative positions and may provide you the opportunity to transfer to different geographic locations within the division to experience all that Alaska has to offer.


The Working Environment You Can Expect
Most work occurs outdoors in Alaska State Park units. Patrols often involve various means of travel, including highway vehicles, watercraft, snow machines, foot patrols, all-terrain vehicles, and aircraft. Rangers work weekends, nights, some holidays, and rotating shifts in all weather conditions. Rangers are called upon for emergency response to urgent public safety issues such as search and rescue missions and natural disaster response. Occasional travel and overnight stays in the field or other communities will be required.
 
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

• Ability to professionally and effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability and experience prioritizing workloads, duties, responsibilities, and projects for yourself and others.
• Experience managing natural, historical, or cultural resources.
• Experience developing and providing public education/outreach programs.
• Experience and ability to interact professionally with the public and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability and experience in leadership.
• Training, skill, and ability to apply policies, procedures, methods, and techniques to enforce statutes, administrative codes, and regulations in the State of Alaska.