Park Ranger/Public Safety Officer

Position Purpose

Under general supervision, monitors city parks to assure compliance with city codes, including, but not limited to, animal control, parked vehicles, and rights-of-way. Assists Police Officers with traffic crashes, traffic details, non-emergency calls, illegal parking, etc. as needed.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Monitors trails, picnic areas, pavilions and similar park areas (via foot, bicycle, and motorized vehicle) parks to promote public safety and ensure proper use of parks and facilities.
• Interacts effectively with the public; greets park visitors and explains park rules, regulations and city ordinances; provides directions and handles public inquiries and complaints.
• Investigates and resolves visitor complaints.
• Conducts investigations and may issue citations regarding City Ordinance violations.
• Conducts investigations into any relevant event occurring on Department property.
• Completes appropriate reports, such as, vehicle accidents, building burglaries, and employee/visitor injuries.
• Controls activity levels within assigned parks by unlocking and securing gates, patrolling parks, providing crowd & parking control at Sponsored events.
• Monitors and directs entering and exiting traffic into parking areas.
• May issue parking citations at any Parks and Recreation location.
• Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences
• Secures park facilities (locking buildings, gates, etc.)
• Addresses positive and negative issues in a professional manner on a one-on-one basis.
• Interacts with other agencies through communications and personal contact to gather the information necessary to complete a case.
• Attends training sessions, seminars, and college courses.
• Prepares and presents community educational presentations, videos, and photographs.
• Coordinates community events, including working with the state highway department. Assists officers with parades, escorts, concerts on the square and similar traffic assignments as needed.
• Directs traffic at school crossings in the mornings and afternoons.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Training and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an equivalent GED certificate.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment background and drug screenings.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the Police Department and governing federal, state, policies and procedures, and local statues and ordinances.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of law enforcement agencies.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of the responsibilities of the Parking Enforcement Officer.
• Knowledge of the procedures in Traffic Crash Reports, Citations, and written reports.
• Skill in interpreting and applying legal restrictions with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communications for administrative and technical purposes.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and prepare clear and comprehensive written reports.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate on-the-basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy/childbirth related medical conditions age, or disability or any other protected class. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, contact City of Glasgow at 270-651-5131.