Job description

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Overview

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking a knowledgeable and hard-working individual to join our team as a Senior Ranger!

Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands by providing quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the natural and agricultural heritage of Larimer County for present and future generations.

Are you interested in helping us further our mission? Apply today!

To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources.

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position:

• Exercises direct, first-level supervision of positions, employees, operations, and activities within the ranger unit.
• Provides information and directions to the public; investigates and resolves visitor complaints; ensures public safety and the enjoyment of park areas.
• Effectively enforces park regulations and the Colorado Criminal Code.
• Conducts visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time.
• Contacts violators and issues warnings or citations; checks for appropriate park permits; conducts investigations.
• Gathers information in criminal investigations by interviewing and obtaining the statement of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers.
• Prepares investigative and other reports, sketches, and drawings using appropriate grammar and symbols.
• Exercises independent judgment in determining when there is reasonable suspicion to detain, when probable cause exists to search and arrest, and when force may be used and to what degree.
• Loads, unloads, aims, and fires handguns, shotguns, and other agency firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force and at levels of proficiency prescribed in certification standards.
• Endures verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in antagonistic environments.
• Processes and transports prisoners using handcuffs and other appropriate restraints.
• Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
• Performs and/or supervises rescue operations at accidents, emergencies, and disasters until relieved by the appropriate agency or supervisor.

To view the full job description, visit www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Senior_Ranger.

We are looking for a candidate that will:

• Understand the principles and practices of effective natural resource management and park environment conservation for the benefit of the park user and for the protection of the park resources and facilities.
• Have knowledge of park users' recreational activities including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.
• Have knowledge of wildlife, geology, environmental sciences, local, state history, and related subjects for the preparation and presentation of park interpretive programs.
• Apply the basic principles of First Aid and CPR to the Emergency Medical Responder level.
• Understand the hazards associated with park operations work including safe work practices and precautions.
• Learn to use equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Evaluate unusual situations accurately and quickly; adopt an effective course of action.
• Learn, understand, and interpret County, Sheriff's Office, and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies regarding park operations and law enforcement.
• Apply a variety of law enforcement techniques used in patrol, investigation, and crime prevention.
• Supervise and mentor professional and support staff in a productive and positive manner.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Two (2) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required. Experience must be comparable to Ranger II (commissioned ranger) positions in Larimer County, including park regulation and state law enforcement. Experience in parks administration, outdoor recreation management, supervisory experience, natural resource management in a park or outdoor recreation setting, and related parks and outdoor recreation work is required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in Park Administration, Natural Resource Management, Recreation Resources, Public Administration, or a related field required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR certifications within twelve (12) months of hire required.
• Possession of POST certification or ability to obtain Colorado POST Certification Peace Officer within nine (9) months of hire date required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of hire date required.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

This position may work nights, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

A successful candidate must be able to complete physical testing based on the Essential Job Functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.88 - $39.98 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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