State Park Peace Officer (Ranger) and Cadet Minimum Qualifications

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Ranger Candidates must meet all the following requirements:
  • Two Years of College
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Be Physically Sound
  • Eighteen Years of Age
  • Pass a Comprehensive Background Investigation
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien in the process of applying for citizenship
  • 20/20 Corrected Vision AND 20/40 Uncorrected Vision
  • No Felony Convictions

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Jo-Ellen McMenamy OHV Ranger



 

*For specific questions regarding any of these requirements, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions page.