You will serve as a Supervisory Park Ranger (Protection) (Chief Ranger) for Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument. Government housing may be available. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be offered. Major duties: This position serves as the Chief of the Division of Resource and Visitor Protection, duty stationed at Cumberland Island National Seashore. The position is one of five division chiefs who report to the Office of the Superintendent.
The incumbent is responsible for the management and operation of the Division of Resource and Visitor Protection for Cumberland Island National Seashore and provides technical law enforcement to Fort Frederica National Monument. The position serves as the Senior Law Enforcement Official for both parks and provides technical expertise and leadership in a very diverse park program involving: park's safety program, law enforcement, emergency medical services, search and rescue, wildland and structural fire management, supervision, partnerships, public relations, property security, housing management, fee program, and special park use.
The incumbent is responsible for the planning, execution, and management of all program activities performed by this park division. Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Supervise Visitor and Resource Protection staff. Serve as Chief Ranger and Senior law Enforcement Officer for Cumberland Islands National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with park partners, concessionaire operators, residents, federal, state and local agencies. Manage the Park Special Use Program. For additional information about this position, please contact: Melissa Trenchik, Superintendent [email protected] Requirements: Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 3 nights per quarter. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
Must possess and maintain a minimum of First Responder EMS certification. Pre-employment and random drug testing is required. You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received. A physical examination will be required, or a statement regarding physical ability will need to be completed. You must maintain physical fitness standards throughout employment. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
A uniform allowance will be provided. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. You are required to obtain and maintain a Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC). Firearm qualification and certification are required for the role, and ongoing proficiency must be maintained You must at least 21 years old. You must be free of any domestic violence convictions.
Must maintain a delegation of law enforcement authority. *Additional Requirements located under Qualifications* Education: Law Enforcement Commission: Must currently possess or previously held (within the past three years), a FLETC issued Land Management Police Training, full Type I Law Enforcement Commission or equivalent; or be qualified to receive a Type 1 Commission upon appointment. This position does not allow substituting education for experience.