What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Park Law Enforcement Manager I - Fenton Lake State Park (EMNRD #5672) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Outdoor recreation is a driving force in New Mexico¿s economy and State Parks is a key player. Connected to communities statewide, our 35 state parks are often economic drivers for local businesses, towns, and cities. Many rural communities rely on a state park as a major source of economic development. The State Parks¿ mission is to protect and enhance natural and cultural resources, provide first-class recreational and education facilities and opportunities, and promote public safety to benefit and enrich the lives of visitors. State Parks is committed to this mission, employing professional, dedicated staff to ensure that parks are cared for and preserved to the highest professional standards. State Park programs provide safe, fun, and educational experiences for the whole family.
Why does the job exist?
This is a Law Enforcement Park Manager position and applicant must be a certified Peace Officer or must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. This position is responsible to lead, direct and manage the day-to-day operations of Fenton Lake State Park. The incumbent of this position is responsible for the protection and management of natural and cultural resources, public safety and law enforcement functions, visitor services, facility management and maintenance at the State Park. The incumbent will have a strong background regarding policy and procedures, and will ensure goals and objectives are met through the supervision of staff specialists responsible for the many park programs which include: all law enforcement programs, public land use and management, administration, human resources, lake safety, law enforcement and boating equipment and tool maintenance, and public relations, while following policy, procedures and regulations established by the applicable federal and state government agencies.
How does it get done?
Provide effective administration of Fenton Lake State Park (FLSP), manage permanent and temporary park personnel and volunteers, implement applicable laws, rules, policies, procedures, and best program management practices. Provide financial accountability and maintain oversight over all park programs with emphasis on law enforcement ensuring the successful delivery of services to customers. Programs include interpretive, trails, reservations, compliance with American Disability Act (ADA), coordinating Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) projects and all maintenance and preventative maintenance programs. Addressing personnel issues and working with other agencies. Ensure the safety of staff and visitors.
Who are the customers?
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park. Visitors throughout the State of New Mexico and surrounding states, who are boaters, campers, hikers, birders and fishermen, for United States Coast Guard and State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park. Visitors throughout the State of New Mexico and surrounding states, who are boaters, campers, hikers, birders and fishermen, for United States Coast Guard and State of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Criminal Justice, or Wildlife Management from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience in parks and recreation management, natural resources, biology, environmental sciences, forestry, criminal justice, and/or wildlife management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be a certified NM peace officer.
Employment Requirements
Incumbent must submit to and pass an extensive background investigation and the prescribed physical fitness, medical and psychological examinations. Must be a certified Peace Officer. Must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. As a safety sensitive law enforcement position, incumbent will be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
Incumbent must submit to and pass an extensive background investigation and the prescribed physical fitness, medical and psychological examinations. Must be a certified Peace Officer. Must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. As a safety sensitive law enforcement position, incumbent will be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
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Agency Contact Information: Christopher Smith Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Outdoor recreation is a driving force in New Mexico¿s economy and State Parks is a key player. Connected to communities statewide, our 35 state parks are often economic drivers for local businesses, towns, and cities. Many rural communities rely on a state park as a major source of economic development. The State Parks¿ mission is to protect and enhance natural and cultural resources, provide first-class recreational and education facilities and opportunities, and promote public safety to benefit and enrich the lives of visitors. State Parks is committed to this mission, employing professional, dedicated staff to ensure that parks are cared for and preserved to the highest professional standards. State Park programs provide safe, fun, and educational experiences for the whole family.
Why does the job exist?
This is a Law Enforcement Park Manager position and applicant must be a certified Peace Officer or must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. This position is responsible to lead, direct and manage the day-to-day operations of Fenton Lake State Park. The incumbent of this position is responsible for the protection and management of natural and cultural resources, public safety and law enforcement functions, visitor services, facility management and maintenance at the State Park. The incumbent will have a strong background regarding policy and procedures, and will ensure goals and objectives are met through the supervision of staff specialists responsible for the many park programs which include: all law enforcement programs, public land use and management, administration, human resources, lake safety, law enforcement and boating equipment and tool maintenance, and public relations, while following policy, procedures and regulations established by the applicable federal and state government agencies.
How does it get done?
Provide effective administration of Fenton Lake State Park (FLSP), manage permanent and temporary park personnel and volunteers, implement applicable laws, rules, policies, procedures, and best program management practices. Provide financial accountability and maintain oversight over all park programs with emphasis on law enforcement ensuring the successful delivery of services to customers. Programs include interpretive, trails, reservations, compliance with American Disability Act (ADA), coordinating Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) projects and all maintenance and preventative maintenance programs. Addressing personnel issues and working with other agencies. Ensure the safety of staff and visitors.
Who are the customers?
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park. Visitors throughout the State of New Mexico and surrounding states, who are boaters, campers, hikers, birders and fishermen, for United States Coast Guard and State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
Internal and external customers, visitors throughout the state of New Mexico and surrounding states who are campers, hikers, and boaters that come to visit the park for a variety of reasons. Local community businesses in surrounding areas of the park. Visitors throughout the State of New Mexico and surrounding states, who are boaters, campers, hikers, birders and fishermen, for United States Coast Guard and State of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Criminal Justice, or Wildlife Management from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience in parks and recreation management, natural resources, biology, environmental sciences, forestry, criminal justice, and/or wildlife management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be a certified NM peace officer.
Employment Requirements
Incumbent must submit to and pass an extensive background investigation and the prescribed physical fitness, medical and psychological examinations. Must be a certified Peace Officer. Must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. As a safety sensitive law enforcement position, incumbent will be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
- Must be willing to accept assignment/transfer to another geographic location.
- Moderate to extensive travel in region/state wide area.
- Incumbent may be required to live in park housing, if available.
- Weekend and holiday work required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Incumbent must submit to and pass an extensive background investigation and the prescribed physical fitness, medical and psychological examinations. Must be a certified Peace Officer. Must be eligible for certification by waiver of previous training in accordance with provisions of Section 29-1-10 NMSA 1978. As a safety sensitive law enforcement position, incumbent will be subject to pre-employment, random, and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
- Must be willing to accept assignment/transfer to another geographic location.
- Moderate to extensive travel in region/state wide area.
- Incumbent may be required to live in park housing, if available.
- Weekend and holiday work required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Christopher Smith Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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