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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 13, 2007

ODNR LOOKING TO HIRE AS MANY AS 20 NEW STATE WATERCRAFT OFFICERS
Full-time jobs are among the best career opportunities in outdoor recreation

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COLUMBUS, OH - The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking as many as 20 full-time watercraft officers for statewide assignment. Job information and applications are available on the Internet at ohiodnr.com. The deadline to apply is May 31.

Calling it one of the best career opportunities in outdoor recreation, ODNR Division of Watercraft Acting Chief Michael Quinn said, “Ohio’s watercraft officers command respect throughout the national law enforcement community. These 20 openings will be highly sought after.”

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED certificate. They must also pass various physical agility and swim tests and a background check, including polygraph, psychological and medical examinations. The department is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.

Selected applicants will be hired as watercraft officer cadets and participate in a six-month training academy. Additional job requirements, working conditions and characteristics, special requirements, and salary and benefits are listed in the watercraft officer cadet job posting Number 20072289, which is available online at the State of Ohio main page and by calling 614-265-6954

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For additional news online, check out the ODNR Press Room at Ohiodnr.com

For Further Information Contact
John Wisse, ODNR Division of Watercraft
(614) 265-6695
-or-
Jane Beathard, ODNR Media Relations
(614) 265-6860