Natural Resources Seasonal Police Officer- Kent​/Sussex

Introduction

The Natural Resources Police State Park Officers are law enforcement officers who work to keep the public safe and protect Delaware’s natural and cultural resources. Our officers work in some of the most beautiful locations in Delaware while enforcing public safety and promoting the mission of Delaware State Parks.

The Natural Resource Seasonal Police Officer positions are responsible for performing law enforcement duties such as patrol operations, crime prevention, public safety, opening and closing facilities, and visitor use management. Work is performed indoors and outdoors under various weather conditions. Some duties may vary for each park. Applicants must be available to work rotating weekends, overnight shifts, evenings, and holidays as scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Provide protective services to park patrons and staff.
• Safely navigate sand, dirt trails and asphalt while carrying equipment for an extended amount of time.
• Perform vehicle and foot patrols of assigned area.
• Monitor recreational activities in the park.
• Enforce Park rules and regulations.
• Implement appropriate action in response to complaints, violations or other inappropriate activities including assisting other law enforcement agencies.
• Provide excellent customer service and park information to visitors. Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Natural Resources Seasonal Police Officer

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non‑pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Prior to assignment, appointees must successfully complete multiple day trainings which will require physical components. This course is administered by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and will be held in May, 2026. Coursework includes but is not limited to report writing, defensive tactics, ethics, rules and regulations, radio procedures, ASP baton, Oleoresin Capsicum spray (Training and Exposure), and first aid/CPR.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H‑1 B visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire’s Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title…