Ranger Clerk

Make a difference as a Ranger Clerk. Great Parks is accepting applications for full time Clerk in the Ranger Department based at Winton Woods Park. The position provides our Ranger Division communications and dispatching services, and performs various clerical and administrative tasks in support of division operations.

The full time benefited position will work Monday through Friday 2:00pm to 10:00pm.

The successful candidate will perform the following responsibilities:

• Dispatches Park Rangers to emergencies, calls for assistance, and other assignments. Analyzes the nature of call and makes decisions regarding the appropriate response.
• Assists in coordinating Rangers during on-scene activities by providing and relaying information as necessary. Answers inquiries from Rangers, monitors locations and collects and dispatches information regarding crime or emergency in progress or other occurrences.
• Communicates with support services such as the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts, towing companies, park operations, other law enforcement agencies, and other support services. Provides other emergency response in accordance with processes and procedures.
• Uses phone to include smart phone to contact division or department heads and supervisors as necessary.
• Receives and screens telephone calls from employees and the general public.
• Routes calls to requested party and takes messages. Provides routine information and answers questions regarding park facilities, fines, citations, directions, and other information. Sells motor vehicle permits.
• Operates computer to disseminate and document critical information to Park Rangers and other authorized personnel.
• Logs data and retrieves information from police data computer systems. Sends and receives information and verifies criminal records, stolen property, outstanding warrants and other criminal data.
• Files and maintains records entered into computer system such as citations, field identification cards and other documentation.
• Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.
• Orders supplies for Rangers and Ranger operations as needed.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside normal schedule as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS
An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is: High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of experience that demonstrates knowledge of law enforcement communications and process.

Ability to submit a fingerprint check to successfully pass a criminal background check through the FBI and the Ohio BCI.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

LICENSE OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCIC/LEADS certification; First Aid; CPR; Notary Public; BCII/III; Warrant Entry certifications or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.

State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets GPHC current carrier guidelines.

We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance; paid vacation, 11 holidays and sick time; enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.

Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.