Park Ranger Interpretation Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Function Are you a wildlife and nature enthusiast with experience in park, facility, and maintenance operations. The City of Hampton Police Department is looking for a self-motivated Park Ranger to patrol the parks and other City property to ensure safety and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies, while also protecting the security and integrity of parkland. Prior law enforcement experience is a plus.

The Park Ranger provides outstanding customer service to our visitors and performs a variety of work in all areas of park operations including law enforcement, information, interpretation, public relations, conservation, and maintenance in city parklands. This position works according to set procedures and provides supervision to frontline staff. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future. We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene.

Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or successful completion of the GED. Must complete a certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy and associated field training.

Experience in wildlife or resource management, park/facility operations, educational programming or historical interpretation and experience working with the public preferred. Technical training or college coursework in law enforcement, justice, environmental science, aquatics, or closely related field, with some knowledge of environmental issues, conservation, and wildlife management is preferred. Must attain and maintain a Conservator of the Peace designation.

Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Must be at least 21 years of age by date of employment. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

Must successfully pass a Hampton Police background investigation to include polygraph examination, written test, and psychological testing. Additional Requirements: Requires considerable contact with the general public and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Requires shift work to include nights, weekends, holidays and on call emergency standby on a rotating basis.

Requires frequent local travel. The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules. Click here for a complete job description for this position.

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