Parks Superintendent I

Class Concept

Positions are responsible for the daily operations and supervision of other law enforcement positions in a large diverse State Park. Positions perform a variety of tasks including ensuring visitor safety and protection; compiling to park regulations; monitoring boundaries for trespassing & poaching; providing first responder, search & rescue assistance; patrolling roads, campgrounds and other public areas; developing and conducting educational programs; and managing the park's natural and cultural resources. Positions may supervise other non-law enforcement staff including permanent, temporary and/or volunteer workers. Employees may live in on-site residence when and where applicable.

Recruitment Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to plan, direct, manage, and supervise all aspects of day-to-day park operations.
• Thorough knowledge in law enforcement concepts, practices and theories used in the technical specialty area under his/her direct supervision.
• Skill to respond to critical incidents in compliance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of criminal and traffic laws, investigative techniques and case preparation, and standard law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to develop work plans, short-range goals and objectives.
• Ability to oversee the recruitment, selection and development, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and evaluation of employees.
• Ability to communicate through interpersonal interactions and written documentation.
• Ability to make determinations by interpreting and/or incorporating laws, rules, and/or regulations that affect a large segment of the public, work unit, and/or program.
• Ability to identify strategic issues facing the area of public safety.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science or related from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.