Park Ranger

About this role

<p style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;">The purpose of this classification is to provide on-site patrols of city parks and recreation facilities while enforcing rules, regulations, and ordinances related to park usage and events. Work also involves maintenance duties in parks and facilities to provide a safe and inviting environment for those who use the parks and open spaces. This classification also performs municipal security work functions. Sworn status and authority will be limited to only those hours and situations where they are in uniform and working directly for the Tuscaloosa Police Department, and in direct line with carrying out their duty as instructed by the Chief of Police.</p>

Requirements

<p style="margin:0in;text-align:justify;">High school diploma or GED required. Must be at least 21 years old. Prior APOSTC certification and sworn law enforcement experience required. Retired law enforcement personnel preferred. Must meet and maintain minimum standards for law enforcement officers as established by the Alabama law. At the discretion of the department head or appointing authority, may be required to possess a concealed weapons permit, carry a City-issued handgun, and maintain sworn status by successfully completing annual firearms qualification and continuing education requirements per APOSTC and TPD regulations by attending prescribed training classes and qualifications through the TPD Training Division. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. This job classifi