Eric L. Ballein
Waverly,OH
Summary
Friendly and outgoing , offering proven history of dedication to park safety and visitor satisfaction. Well-versed in leading guided tours and promote safety and wellness for all park attendees.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Ranger
Columbus/Franklin Metro Park
Rockbridge, OH
06.2022 - Current
- Patrolled all areas by foot and vehicle to assess park conditions and notified maintenance department regarding trash and debris.
- Distributed park and trail maps, provided park information and answered customer service questions.
- Informed visitors of current and recurring dangers posed by wildlife, terrain and inclement weather.
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
- Administered first aid to visitors suffering from falls and minor injuries and contacted paramedics for hospital transport in serious cases.
- Enforced laws and regulations within parks for campgrounds, trails, nature preserves and roadways.
- Directed incoming and outgoing traffic during special events and identified available parking areas for drivers.
- Performed search and rescue operations for missing people and coordinated with local agencies for response operations.
- Trained on fire protection, containment procedures and applied skills in fire fighting.
Wilderness First Aid & CPR Instructor-Adjunct
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH
05.2022 - Current
- Instruct students to be prepared and certified in both medical and trauma emergencies in Wilderness setting both classroom and direct hands on experience.
Auxiliary Police Officer
Waverly Police Department
Waverly, OH
03.2021 - Current
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Paramedic
Portsmouth Ambulance
Chillicothe, OH
02.2015 - 08.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training-OPOTA
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Natural Resource Law Enforcement
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH05.2022
Paramedic - Firefighter
Pickaway-Ross Career And Technology Center
Chillicothe, OH09.2007
Skills
Search & Rescue/SAR Tech II
Boating Education Instructor-ODNR
US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 082-06-10
Ohio Notary Public
CPR, First Aid, EMS Instructor
Timeline
Park Ranger
Columbus/Franklin Metro Park
06.2022 - Current
Wilderness First Aid & CPR Instructor-Adjunct
Hocking College
05.2022 - Current
Auxiliary Police Officer
Waverly Police Department
03.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Portsmouth Ambulance
02.2015 - 08.2020
Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training-OPOTA
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Natural Resource Law Enforcement
Hocking College
Paramedic - Firefighter
Pickaway-Ross Career And Technology Center