Requisition No: 835163
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PARK RANGER - 37000788
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37000788
Salary: $33,760.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/26/2024
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PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Our Organization and Mission:
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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
PARK RANGER 37000788 (employee-owned trailer/RV site may be available)
SUPERVISOR
Daniel Osborn, Park Manager, 305-664-4815
Long Key State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Ranger position, 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. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
The Difference You Will Make:
Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to the Real Florida. SM
How You Will Grow:
DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.
Where You Will Work:
LONG KEY STATE PARK
67400 Overseas Highway
Long Key, Florida 33001
Historically a favorite tourist spot for the rich and well-to-do, Long Key now serves as a tranquil haven for bird-watching, swimming, kayaking or relaxing on the shoreline as you gaze across the Atlantic Ocean.
In the early 20th century, Henry Flagler’s Long Key Fishing Camp was a popular luxury destination along his railroad to Key West. Celebrities and many of the world's best-known saltwater anglers of the time fished here, including author Zane Grey and U.S. presidents. The entire facility was destroyed by the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 and never reopened.
Today as a beautiful Florida State Park, recreational opportunities such as kayaking, hiking, birding, picnicking, flats fishing and snorkeling are just the start of what your adventures can include! Come on out and visit Long Key State Park for the day. We have two great hiking trails to explore that provide a close-up look at the variety of natural plant and animal communities in the Keys. Bring your own kayak or rent one from our ranger station for a paddle along a natural shoreline to see a variety of wildlife hiding in the mangroves or in the clear shallow waters.
If you are looking to stay a little longer than the day, try camping with us! The park currently offers hike-in, tent-only campsites for guests to enjoy.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com
Pay:
Base salary $2,813.33 plus $95.33 Competitive Area Differential month/$33,760.00 annual
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.
VISITOR SERVICES
Explains the facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours, walks and campfire programs. Operates point of sale computer system and cash register.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Recognizes plant communities. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plan.
MAINTENANCE
Constructs, maintains and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, boardwalks, campsites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities. Operates a variety of equipment including chainsaws, lawn mowers, ATV's, motor vehicles up to 2 ton class hauling debris, fill, etc.
ADMINISTRATION
Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat and equipment operations. Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs.
PROTECTION
Insures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor.
May volunteer to snorkel.
Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF, SKILL IN AND ABILITY TO:
- perform house and grounds keeping duties and apply maintenance trades
KNOWLEDGE OF AND ABILITY TO:
- perform routine inspections
- identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipment
SKILL IN:
- operating cash registers and point of sale computer systems
- operating trucks, tractors, vehicles up to 2-ton level
- operating mowers, chainsaws, standard power and manual tools
ABILITY TO:
- participate in voluntary snorkeling activities that support the operational needs of the park
- communicate verbally and in writing
- deal with people and maintain good public relations
- safely and effectively handle various watercraft
- prepare and keep accurate reports
- develop and conduct interpretive programs
- work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends
- maintain a valid driver license
- follow verbal and written instructions
- participate in exotic plant and animal controls
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- perform physical labor utilizing power/electrical/gas tools and equipment
- perform physical labor and lift objects up to 40 pounds
- deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner
- understand and apply rules, directive, policies, laws and regulations
- handle money and balance cash receipts
- successfully complete ranger academy
- successfully complete background and fingerprint check
Other Job Related Requirements for This Position:
- Valid driver license
- Completion of ranger academy
POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:
This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us
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.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
