PARK RANGER I (SEASONAL) 5600

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This work involves the performance of routine seasonal patrol tasks during the period two weeks prior to Memorial Day through two weeks after Labor Day, or part-time supplemental services during the remainder of the year. Under supervision, an employee in this title is responsible for protecting parks by standing watch at a fixed post or patrolling in a vehicle or on foot. The incumbent in this position patrols and protects the grounds of municipally owned parks and related facilities by standing watch at a station or by patrolling the grounds, and has considerable responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment in emergencies. Ordinary procedures and special assignments are carried out under the supervision of a superior officer and reviewed through oral and written reports, inspections and consultations. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Patrols park area and facilities on foot, by patrol vehicle, all-terrain vehicle, or bicycle to maintain order and preserve public property;

Directs traffic and enforces New York State Vehicle and Traffic laws within the parks;

Enforces park and beach regulations and rules, and other codes as may be applicable;

Answers calls for assistance in connection with accident or emergency situations, criminal activities, domestic disputes, disturbances or environmental insults within the park;

Assists in calming civil disorders, such as unruly groups and controlling large crowds within the parks;

Assists in searches for missing persons, children, etc. in parks and beaches;

Conducts extensive fire patrols in parks to prevent loss of natural resources through fire;

Works closely with the Conservation Department on enforcement of conservation laws during fishing and hunting seasons in parks;

Works closely with other agencies to help prevent, detect, identify, and deter violators through enforcement of the statues that govern the stewardship of the Pine Barrens Region and the integrity of environmentally sensitive parklands.

Furnishes the public with information regarding park rules, regulations and procedures;

Keeps simple records and makes reports on findings and incidents that occur on their tour of duty;

May administer first aid;

Depending on assignment may arrest persons within the parks for whom warrants or court orders have been issued; may arrest suspects at crime scenes within the parks.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of park areas to which assigned; good knowledge of the principles and practices of jurisdictional parks and recreation areas; good knowledge of first-aid procedures; good knowledge of criminal, conservation and other laws as pertains to departmental or jurisdictional operations; skill in the use and care of firearms; ability to learn park procedures regarding large picnics, camping, tenting, fire control, beach patrol and emergency rescue; ability to direct traffic and control parking in parks and at beaches; ability to enforce law and park rules with firmness, tact, impartiality and to deal courteously with the public; ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing; physical and mental condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1-Candidates must be 20 years of age at the time of appointment; and,

2-There will be qualifying medical, psychological and physical agility evaluations*; and,

3-Candidates must be a United States citizen at the time of appointment; and,

4-At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State; and,

5- Candidates will be required to obtain a Peace Officer Training Certificate recognized by the NYS Municipal Police Training Council.

*At the discretion of the Appointing Authority, qualifying evaluations may be waived for candidates with current or prior status in a peace or police officer title who are in possession of current New York State MPTC certification as a peace or police officer within the following guidelines:

a.) Pursuant to §2.30 6) of Criminal Procedure Law:

Separated for less than 2 years after having served for less than 2 consecutive years as a peace officer in NYS, or; Separated for less than 4 years after having served as a peace officer in NYS for more than 2 consecutive years.

b.) Pursuant to §209-q 1) b) of General Municipal Law:

Separated for less than 2 years after having served for less than 2 consecutive years as a police officer in NYS, or; Separated for less than 4 years after having served as a police officer in NYS for more than 2 consecutive years, or; Up to 10 years after separation with an approved police officer refresher course.

R 10/16/2020

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-competitive/Part time