State Park Ranger Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time
06/23/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time
07/06/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly)
$4,562.00 - $5,694.00
Salary (Annually)
$54,744.00 - $68,328.00
Job Type
Full-Time
City, State Location
Hermitage, TN
Department
Environment and Conservation
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is located at Long Hunter State Park
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/preferred-service/00011658_tsp_park_ranger_1_lhsp_tdec-job-opp_ps_ua.pdf
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's
degree.
Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must:

Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons

Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application

Be a citizen of the United States

Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation

Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority

Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority

Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint-based criminal
history records check

Have no conviction for a felony or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions
from any branch of the United States armed forces

Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the
Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position

Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is
consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of
the position

Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment

Upon appointment, successfully complete a prescribed course of instruction at the Tennessee Law
Enforcement Academy or have successfully completed the equivalent of the prescribed course.

All commissioned Officers of the Tennessee State Parks will complete 63 hours First Responder
(Emergency Medical Care) or State of Tennessee equivalent course upon being hired and maintain
their First Responder certification.

During their careers, most rangers can expect to be assigned to several different parts of the
state. While employee work location preference is considered, there is no guarantee that a ranger
will remain stationed in only one area.
Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.
Overview
This position is part of the Tennessee State Parks Park Ranger series for TDEC. This is the entry-level classification in the TSP Park Ranger Series. Under immediate supervision, this classification is responsible for law enforcement, emergency medical response, safety and security of the park and general public, resource-based interpretation, resource management, supervision of full and part-time employees, supporting park operations, and providing maintenance within a state park. This class differs from a TSP Park Ranger 2 in that an incumbent of the latter performs at the working level. This class differs from that of TSP Park Ranger 3 in that the latter performs leadership responsibilities and increasingly complex work.
*An applicant appointed to this flexibly staffed class will be reclassified to the next higher class in the series after successful completion of a mandatory two-year training period. Inadequate performance during the initial two-year training period will result in automatic demotion or termination.
Responsibilities

Enforces the laws of Tennessee and the rules and regulations of TSP.

Maintains security in the park and identifies potential criminal and illicit activities.

Inspects project area upon completion of job to determine quality of work and safety of facility.

Utilizes a variety of vehicles and equipment, such as a skid steer, forklifts, backhoes, chainsaws, tractors, boats, etc.

Oversees upkeep of park maintenance, facilities, boundaries, and trail system.

Assists with other projects or educational outreach efforts as assigned by leadership.

Communicates regularly with supervisors, direct reports, and peers in regard to operational goals, initiatives, and priorities.

Competencies (KSA's)
1. Instills Trust
2. Manages Conflict
3. Decision Quality
4. Communicates Effectively
5. Directs Work
Knowledges:
1. Customer and Personal Service
2. Communications and Media
3. Public Safety and Security
4. Biology
5. History and Archeology
Skills:
1. Reading Comprehension
2. Speaking
3. Judgment and Decision Making
4. Critical Thinking
5. Active Learning and Listening
Abilities:
1. Speech Recognition
2. Limb and/or Full Body Flexibility
3. Written Comprehension
4. Reaction Time
5. Prolonged Stamina
Tools & Equipment
1. Law Enforcement Equipment (i.e firearms, handcuffs, baton, oleoresin capsicum spray)
2. Medical Equipment (E.g. AED's, Medical oxygen tank, Blood pressure cuffs, etc.)
3. Hand Tools (fire management/trail tools)
4. Computer/ Cell Phone & Radio
5. Vehicles and Equipment