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Requisition No : 836232
Agency : Environmental Protection
Working Title : OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37978010
Pay Plan : Temp
Position Number : 37978010
Salary : $15.00 per hour
Posting Closing Date : 09 / 15 / 2024
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OPS Park Attendant
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 :
OPS PARK ATTENDANT (37978010)
Nature Coast State Trail
This is a Year-Round, up to 29 hours per week, OPS Position.
There are no Health or Vacation Benefits
There is an opportunity for self-motivated, hardworking individuals to provide visitor services, maintenance, resource management, interpretation, administration, and park protection to fill a non-resident OPS Park Attendant positions at the Nature Coast State Trail.
If you are a hard worker and wish to be part of our Florida Park Service team, work in a highly supportive, creative and fun environment, are anxious to take on new responsibilities with extensive personal development opportunities, where each day is rewarding and diverse, apply for this position.
Kirk Marhefka, Park Services Specialist
352) 535-5181
Kirk.Marhefka@FloridaDEP.gov
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 :
Nature Coast State Trail
17441 NW Old Fanning Road
Fanning Springs, Florida 32693
In the early 1900s, trains replaced the steamship as the freight and passenger carrier throughout the Suwannee River Valley.
Today, visitors can retrace the historic route of the Atlantic Coastline Railroad, traversing 32 miles of Florida's beautiful Nature Coast region.
Officially part of Florida's Greenways and Trails System, this state trail has also been designated as a national recreation trail.
It consists of two primary alignments built along abandoned rail lines that intersect at Wilcox Junction, connecting the communities of Cross City, Trenton, Fanning Springs and Chiefland.
As funding becomes available, the trail will extend approximately nine miles east from Trenton toward Newberry. Among the trail's highlights is the Historic Suwannee River Railroad Bridge, which is east of the Old Town Trailhead.
The trail is near Fanning Springs and Manatee Springs state parks and Andrews Wildlife Management Area. An equestrian trail parallels 4.
5 miles of the paved trail from Old Town to Fanning Springs.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida :
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes :
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to : https : / / www.
mybenefits.myflorida.com / health / eligibility and enrollment / ops employees
For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
Pay : $15.00 PER HOUR
$15.00 PER HOUR
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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Visitor Services Explains 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.
Maintenance - Responsible for janitorial cleaning and maintenance of all trail facilities, including restrooms, kiosks, pavilions, and grills.
Conducts ongoing safety inspections as part of work assignments. Maintains shop readiness for quick efficient repairs
Resource Management - Understand importance of exotic vegetation removal of non-native plant communities; Recognize communities and maintain optimum species control via natural and chemical means.
Administration - Prepare forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including safety logs, vehicle logs, answer the telephone, operate personal computer.
Maintain an organized work space.
Protection - Ensures trail and park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for enjoyment of the visitor.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION :
Knowledge and skill in :
computer use and application as it relates to the collection and storage of scientific data.
Ability to :
Minimum Qualifications :
Valid driver’s license
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT : This position is a Position of Trust. 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 Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
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.
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.
Last updated : 2024-09-05
Full Time
$30k-39k (estimate)
09/07/2024
12/05/2024
ORLANDO, FL
<25
2019
<$5M
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