{"id":10474,"date":"2024-12-11T15:16:39","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T15:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/?p=10474"},"modified":"2024-12-11T15:17:03","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T15:17:03","slug":"odnr-is-accepting-applications-for-natural-resources-officers-through-december-31-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/11\/odnr-is-accepting-applications-for-natural-resources-officers-through-december-31-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"ODNR is accepting applications for Natural Resources Officers\u00a0through December 31, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-10475 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-300x241.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>COLUMBUS, Ohio<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Are you passionate about the great outdoors and interested in a career dedicated to protecting Ohio\u2019s natural treasures? The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is now accepting applications for its next class of Natural Resources Officer cadets. Whether you\u2019re an experienced law enforcement professional or ready to start a fulfilling career, now is your chance to apply. Applications are open through December 31.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNatural Resources Officers are the heart of our mission to keep visitors safe and ensure they have memorable experiences in Ohio\u2019s incredible outdoor spaces,\u201d said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. \u201cThis is a chance to join a dedicated team committed to serving others and safeguarding our parks, forests, preserves, and waterways.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Natural Resources Officers play a vital role in law\u00a0enforcement, public service, and education across Ohio\u2019s state parks, forests, preserves, and waterways. From patrolling scenic trails to ensuring safety on the water, officers spend their days protecting people and the environment.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants who advance through the hiring process will complete a specialized training program focused on ODNR operations. They will then attend the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy. Certified peace officers in Ohio will bypass the academy and proceed directly to field training.<\/p>\n<p>ODNR is seeking active, outdoor-loving individuals eager to blend their passion for nature with public service. Candidates must meet the following qualifications:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a U.S. citizen, at least 21 years old, and possess a valid driver\u2019s license.<\/li>\n<li>Hold an associate degree, complete an undergraduate core program, or have relevant experience in natural resources, criminal justice, environmental law enforcement, or military service.<\/li>\n<li>Pass a background check, medical and psychological exams, a drug screening, and meet\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ohiodnr.us5.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=9762d9943f454cab103416c32&amp;id=d1ad485197&amp;e=9222393c94\">physical fitness and swim standards<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is your chance to join a team that combines action, service, and the beauty of Ohio\u2019s outdoors. Don\u2019t settle for an ordinary job\u2014start an extraordinary career! Learn more about the role and submit your application by December 31 at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ohiodnr.us5.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=9762d9943f454cab103416c32&amp;id=377eb980f7&amp;e=9222393c94\">ODNR\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>The ODNR Division of Parks and Watercraft provides exceptional outdoor recreation and boating opportunities by balancing outstanding customer service, education, and conservation of Ohio\u2019s 76 state parks and waterways.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>In 2024, join ODNR as we celebrate 75 years of protecting Ohio\u2019s natural resources and providing outstanding and award-winning recreational opportunities.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ohiodnr.gov\/\"><em>ohiodnr.gov<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>COLUMBUS, Ohio\u00a0\u2013 Are you passionate about the great outdoors and interested in a career dedicated to protecting Ohio\u2019s natural treasures? The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is now accepting applications for its next class of Natural Resources Officer cadets. Whether you\u2019re an experienced law enforcement professional or ready to start a fulfilling career, now<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":10475,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_rtcl_gb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"wf_post_folders":[232],"class_list":["post-10474","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ohio"],"aioseo_notices":[],"rttpg_featured_image_url":{"full":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",700,563,false],"landscape":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",700,563,false],"portraits":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",700,563,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-300x241.jpg",300,241,true],"large":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",640,515,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",700,563,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",700,563,false],"rtcl-gallery":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-700x462.jpg",700,462,true],"rtcl-thumbnail":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-320x240.jpg",320,240,true],"rtcl-gallery-thumbnail":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-150x105.jpg",150,105,true],"psacp-medium":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy.jpg",500,402,false],"rpwe-thumbnail":["https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ODNR-Recruits-copy-45x45.jpg",45,45,true]},"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"LaPrensa Newspaper","author_link":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/index.php\/author\/laprensa\/"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/index.php\/category\/articles\/ohio\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Ohio<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"COLUMBUS, Ohio\u00a0\u2013 Are you passionate about the great outdoors and interested in a career dedicated to protecting Ohio\u2019s natural treasures? 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