This permanent, full-time position is located at Hillsdale State Park, Parks Division; and is directly supervised by Gary Lucas, Wildlife/Parks Manager.

The incumbent administers and participates in law enforcement activities in assigned state park areas; enforces license and permit requirements; detects violations, make arrests, collects evidence, prepares cases, and testifies, as required; coordinates and conducts property and facility inspections; develops, coordinates and maintains a public relations program; represents the department through public speaking, constituent contacts, media contacts, and educational program participation; plans, assigns, reviews, and schedules work performance of park staff responsible for safety, construction, maintenance, land management, development, permit sales, and public relations, as assigned by supervisor; prepares and submits budget and cost estimates; conduct studies and surveys; recommends and participates in training development; and coordinates and actively participates in all aspects of park maintenance.

BENEFITS:  Beginning and maximum hourly salary, $14.57 - $19.50; group health and life insurance; retirement; Deferred Compensation and KanElect options; holidays; and sick and vacation leave.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  Job knowledge at an entry level in wildlife/park operations and a valid driver’s license.  A college degree in a natural resource subject is strongly preferred.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Positions in this class require the employee to be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission.  Certification must be obtained before the employee is given permanent status.  The employee must complete a basic law enforcement training program recognized by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission and annual training as required by K.S.A. 74-5607a.

This class requires the use of a firearm for law enforcement duties; therefore, to be eligible for appointment to a position in this class, candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C.§ 992 (g) (8) and (9).

Positions in this class require that at the time of appointment the selected candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services.

HOW TO APPLY:  Qualified applicants must register their skills by completing the Natural Science/Engineering Professionals and Associates (DA-433) registration form to obtain their State of Kansas Applicant ID Number.  This form may be completed online at http://da.state.ks.us/ps/aaa/recruitment/   Qualified applicants may apply by submitting a letter of interest, which includes your State of Kansas ID Number; transcript material, if applicable; and a detailed resume to Shannon Swafford, Personnel Office, Department of Wildlife and Parks, 512 SE 25th Avenue, Pratt, KS  67124, phone number 620-672-5911.  We reserve the right to conduct a law enforcement background check on all qualified applicants.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:   April 11, 2003

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process.  Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.