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ODNR to Offer Natural Resources Officer Training Academy
Applications being accepted through January 15
COLUMBUS, OH— Applications are being accepted through January 15 for
the next Natural Resources Officer training academy, according to the
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The department is seeking
to fill at least 15 positions.
“Natural Resource Officers have an essential role in helping our
department fulfill its mission,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. ” We
are looking for individuals with a great passion for the outdoors and a
drive to serve the community through public service.”
The diversity of this career path offers a challenging yet rewarding
experience for future ODNR employees. Natural resources officer duties
include law enforcement and public service, as well as education and
public relations for ODNR’s divisions of Parks and Watercraft,
Forestry, and Natural Areas and Preserves.
Top scoring candidates will undergo interviews and pre-employment
evaluations. Those selected as cadets will attend the officer training
academy for about five months. Following completion of the Ohio Peace
Officer Basic Training course, cadets will complete an additional
training program related to ODNR operations and their officer specialty.
Applicants must be 21 years old and possess a valid Ohio driver’s
license. An associate degree or completion of an undergraduate core
program in natural resources, fish and/or wildlife management, criminal
justice, environmental law enforcement or related fields is also
required.
Other qualifications include completing a background check,
psychological exam and pass a drug screen, as well as meet swim and
physical fitness standards and reside within 45 miles of their work
location.
To apply, visit https://careers.ohio.gov. The State of Ohio is an equal
opportunity employer and provider of Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) services.
The ODNR Division of Parks and Watercraft is the state’s lead agency
for Ohio maritime security and instructs other state, county and local
agencies in maritime law enforcement. Additionally, natural resources
officers are also responsible for supporting emergency operations
during flooding, natural disasters, search and rescue efforts and
recovery.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural
resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.
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