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Requisition No: 835905
Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37970685
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water, and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy.
The Work You Will Do:A challenging opportunity is available for a self-motivated, hardworking team player to fill a non-resident OPS Park Ranger position at Koreshan State Park providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools with a strong emphasis on maintenance skills. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a 40-hour per week position.
Your Specific Responsibilities:DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration, and Protection of Koreshan State Park.
VISITOR SERVICES -Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment, and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions in an accurate and professional manner. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via presentations, walks, and other programs and unit specific services as directed.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT -Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire. Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance. Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic, and archaeological resources of the park. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plans. Collects and records resource management data.
MAINTENANCE -Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment, and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.
ADMINISTRATION -Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests, and accidents. Answers telephone, operates park radio, computer, and various office equipment. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions, and reconciles receipts. Orders, sells, and inventories resale merchandise. Answers correspondence and maintains park files.
PROTECTION -Performs routine patrols and security checks; ensures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and/or secures park facilities as appropriate. Interprets and enforces park rules pertaining to all natural and cultural resources and facilities and use thereof for the safety and enjoyment of the visitor. Responsible for the security of cash fund.
OTHER -Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:KNOWLEDGE OF:Florida's natural and cultural resourcesBasic arithmeticGood public relationsSKILL IN:Communicating effectively verbally and in writingOperating a cash register and reconciling receiptsAccurately preparing reportsInteracting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful, and courteous mannerPerforming grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and paintingUtilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drillsBasic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repairBasic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakersBasic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairsUtilizing a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office SuiteABILITY TO:Participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicideFollow verbal and written instructions/directionsWork independently with minimal supervisionEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsSpeak in publicUnderstand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulationsConduct routine inspections, identify and investigate problemsClean park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trashWork outdoors in inclement weatherPerform physical laborLift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or moreWork rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidaysMaintain a valid driver's licenseSuccessfully complete fingerprinting and background checksProperly wear uniformComply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictionsWork 40 hours per weekMinimum Qualifications:DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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