Natural Resource Officer I/Park Ranger

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Park is hiring a Natural Resource Officer I/Park Ranger for a full-time position at Meade State Park. Responsibilities include law enforcement, enforcing regulations, conducting inspections, and managing park staff. The role involves public relations, educational activities, and requires court testimony as needed. No degree is specified, and the position offers a salary of $25 per hour.
NATURAL RESOURCE OFFICER I (PARK RANGER) - Position K0238432 This classified, full-time position will be located at Meade State Park within the Parks Division; and is directly supervised by Elizabeth Heath, State Park Manager Supervisor I. The incumbent administers and participates in law enforcement activities in assigned state park areas; enforces license and permit requirements; detects violations, make arrests, collects evidence, prepares cases, and testifies, as required–must be a credible witness in court; coordinates and conducts property and facility inspections; develops, coordinates and maintains a public relations program; represents the department through public speaking, constituent contacts, media contacts, and educational program participation; plans, assigns, reviews, and schedules work performance of park staff responsible for safety, construction, maintenance, land management, development, permit sales, and public relations, as assigned by supervisor; pr...