Jackson County, Missouri

Park Ranger IV (Captain)

Jackson County, Missouri  •  $27.37 - $210/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Parks + Rec
Grade:210
Salary: $27.37/hour
Job Duties
  • This position has the ranking of Captain in the Park Safety & Enforcement Division.
  • Responsible for the operational, professional and staff effectiveness of a recognized shift within Park Safety and Enforcement Division of the Parks Department. The employee supervises seven to eight full-time Park Rangers and up to three (3) contracted employees assigned to a specific shift or park district.
  • Maintains a safe park environment while on routine patrol; provides advance emergency care as required.
  • Plans and coordinates daily work assignments for Rangers, writes reports, and researches issues related to park safety and enforcement.
  • Provides Continuing Education hours training for Park Rangers, conducts other training sessions, and takes part in the recruitment, hiring, and discipline of associates.
  • Coordinates work and provides support services to other divisions in the Department and to local law enforcement agencies as required
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or its equivalent.
  • Four years of experience as a law enforcement officer; prefer supervisory experience and experience as a Park Ranger.
  • Must not be worse than 20/200 vision, correctable to 20/20.
  • Must have and maintain a Class "A" certification from Missouri Department of Public Safety Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST).
  • Must complete, with a certificate, at least one additional course per year, as noted on development plan attached to annual performance plan. Areas of concentration for course selection would be from areas of employee performance management, planning and organization, law enforcement training instruction, or a technical skill area such as computer applications or American Red Cross First Aid/CPR instructor.
  • Must not have been convicted of or plead guilty to a felony or serious misdemeanor and pass motor vehicle records check.
  • Must possess/maintain valid Driver’s License.
  • Must submit to/pass pre-employment background check, psychological exams, and drug screen.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Jackson County, Missouri

About Jackson County, Missouri

Jackson County, Missouri is home to unique communities - each with its own personality, government officials and amenities. We are one of 114 counties in Missouri and are comprised of 18 cities and towns, which includes most of Kansas City, MO.

The employees of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team sharing a common goal - serving the County's citizens. Jackson County is a great place to work and retire from. With competitive benefits and an employee pension plan, many employees stay with the county for 10+ years.

Jackson County Parks + Rec is the third largest county parks system in America. It is home to fantastic beaches and lakes, with the finest public marinas in Missouri.

We offer our residents and regional neighbors nearly 22,000 acres of premier outdoor enjoyment for "get-away-from-it-all" weekends and memorable vacations.

Jackson County voters adopted a Charter in 1970 that created a new form of County government, one featuring three distinctive branches: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. Appointed directors lead the various administrative departments - Assessment, Collections, Recorder of Deeds, etc. Jackson County's elected officials include one County Executive, nine County Legislators, the County Prosecutor and the County Sheriff. Voters approved a revised Charter in August of 2010 to provide updates that included the County Ethics Code.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, Missouri
Year Founded
1826
Website
jacksongov.org
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