Job Description

Posting number: CRT-2026-227274-MBT

Department: Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks

Job classification: PARK RANGER 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Public Safety, Recreation, Law Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Parks, Customer Service, Security, Hospitality and Tourism

Summary

The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.

This position is located at South Toledo Bend State Park in Anacoco, LA. The purpose of this position is to enforce all applicable laws in a state park and to educate the public on their role in the protection of natural resources, cultural, and historic resources.

Examples of duties

No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by State and Federal laws is granted.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.

Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Supplemental information

Job Duties:

• Protects park visitors by enforcing federal, state, and local laws and park rules and regulations.
• Performs emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of the site.
• Investigates incidents and/or complaints such as, but not limited to, vehicular, vandalism, accidents, trespassing, and search/rescue that occur within the park boundaries.
• Work with federal, state,& local law enforcement agencies & district attorneys in the arrest & prosecution of individuals.
• Provides security by patrolling and inspecting the site by vehicle, foot patrol, bicycle, and boat.
• Assists overnight guests during their stay by performing customer service duties.
• Provides tourism information and local directions to the park visitors, and disseminates other information as requested.
• Performs maintenance, custodial, inspections, and/or fee collection tasks as needed.
• Prepares and maintains incident reports, recordings, etc. associated with law enforcement duties.
• Participates & successfully completes all required training by the Office of State Parks (OSP). The training includes POST Council Certification annually, annual certification in First-Aid/CPR,& other certifications as designated by the OSP.
• Works special details/events within the Office of State Parks in conjunction with federal, state, and local agencies that include inaugural events, search and rescue activities, parking details, specialized enforcement tasks, disaster assistance, & working special events at parks such as re-enactments, grand openings, day in the park events, school day events, etc.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: South Toledo Bend State Park in Anacoco, LA

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Park Ranger 1 or 2, depending on experience. Please refer to the "Class Specifications" page for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.

Work Schedule: State Parks are open 365 days a year. Position will work a rotating schedule of 40 hours/week, which can include holidays and/or weekends as needed, to ensure coverage at the park.

Travel: Position requires driving around the park for patrol as part of the daily shift. Travel may be required to other state parks to assist in staffing or events, as needed. A state vehicle is available for employee use while on duty.

Compensation: Minimum $17.36/hr. (Compensation offered will be dependent on level of experience and certification)

If offered the position, the candidate must be able to drive to Baton Rouge to submit a background check.

How to Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here.

If you are currently POST Certified in Louisiana, you may qualify for a testing exemption for this exam. You must respond appropriately to the question at the end of the application to be considered for this exemption. **

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Melissa Thibodaux

Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism

1051 N. 3rd Street

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Fax: (225) 342-7928

mthibodaux@crt.la.gov