State Park Ranger I (Interim)

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12/31/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

26-00047

State Park Ranger I (Interim)

Pay Grade12

Salary

$18.31 - $27.47 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

Statewide

Description

The Kentucky State Park Ranger Division has openings for Interim State Park Ranger I at multiple parks throughout Kentucky. This is an interim position.

A Kentucky State Park Ranger I enforces state laws on Kentucky State Park properties, protecting our guests and property and providing a safe environment. Shifts may vary depending upon the needs of the park.

The Kentucky Interim State Park Ranger I at times may provide services to our guests such as trail rescues, first aid, general information such as area attractions and information regarding assigned park.

This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Required Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification. For more information visit:https://docjt.ky.gov/

• One year experience as a certified peace officer

• A working knowledge of Kentucky Revised Statutes.

• The ability to quickly learn the policies and procedures of the Kentucky State Parks and Ranger Division.

• Have a strong work ethic and be able to work alone with minimal supervision.

• The ability to use basic computer programs.

• Have strong verbal and written skills.

The Ranger Division offers a competitive salary and some benefits associated with being a state employee.

Kentucky State Park Ranger Division is a participating Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund (KLEFPF) agency. Rangers are required to possess and maintain a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certificate. Rangers currently receive an additional $4,429 training stipend each year for adhering to the training guidelines established by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC).

Information on Reciprocity can be obtained by following the information at Reciprocity — Kentucky Law Enforcement Council:

https://justice.ky.gov/Boards-Commissions/KLEC/programs/Pages/reciprocity.aspx

If you enjoy the outdoors, interacting with people and working independently consider applying to become a Kentucky State Park Ranger!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have one year of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be twenty-one years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Employees in this job title are subject to the provisions of KRS Chapter 15 and 503 KAR 1:140 relating to peace officer certification as administered by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification (s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Conditions are consistent with other law enforcement officers. Incumbents working in this job title perform work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Ashley L Thomas [email protected] ([email protected] ?Subject=26-00047 - State Park Ranger I (Interim)) .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D