Park Police Officer

Requirements:

• Ohio Peace Officer Certification and a high school diploma or G.E.D., Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred with a focus of study in law enforcement, natural resources, or other related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Employment prerequisites may include passing any or all of the following: comprehensive background investigation, polygraph testing, drug screen, psychological testing and/or an oral interview.

The position of Park Officer directly involves, but is not limited to the following illustrative duties:

1. Uniformly enforces all Park District rules and regulations, laws of the State of Ohio, and the laws of the United States of America; exercises all the powers of police officers within and adjacent to the lands under the jurisdiction and control of the board or when acting as otherwise lawfully authorized; patrols park lands and adjacent properties by motor vehicle, bicycle, and on foot; etc.

2. Conducts investigations of criminal activity.

3. Operates police equipment such as semi-automatic handgun, pump shotgun, rifles, Tasers, handcuffs, and baton.

4. Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Park District issued equipment such as patrol car, firearms, computer equipment, etc.

5. Prepares a variety of reports and court documents.

6. May participate in bicycle patrol program.

7. Assists in the development and implementation of various community policing programs.

8. Performs maintenance duties as needed, including but not limited to: litter collection, cleaning restrooms, shelter cleaning, snow removal, and other duties as directed.

9. Responsible for specific operational duties such as recordkeeping, property room management, closed circuit video camera operation, field training officer, range instructor, defensive tactics trainer, and First Aid/CPR instructor and other duties as directed.

10. May serve as the leader for specific community groups involved in Adopt-ATrail, Adopt-A-Park, Park Watch, park advisory committees, and other community involvement programs.

11. Develops and implements public programs pertaining to first aid, hunter safety, fishing, bicycle safety, trail use and safety, career programs, and other related areas of interest.

12. Oversees parking, provides security and on-site emergency response for major events on Park District properties.

13. Coordinate and administer Park District public hunting program.

14. Responsible for rental facility meetings, closing and opening of parks.

15. May assist with Park District burn crew.

16. May attend training/seminars as assigned by the park police chief or director.

17. Works with other Park District departments on projects as needed.

18. Serves as a member of various Tactical Objectives Teams.

19. Maintains current CPR and First Aid certifications.

20. Works flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

21. Performs other duties as assigned by the park police chief or director that are deemed appropriate and necessary for the position.

22. This position may complete assignments using skills involving the operation of office equipment, computers, cleaning, typing, filing, public speaking, organization skills, writing, completing paperwork, working with chemicals or cleaning agents, motor vehicle operation, operating brooms, sweepers, mops or other janitorial equipment.

23. Must be team oriented and willing to work to build an atmosphere of teamwork in the workplace with staff at all levels.