Park ranger

Requisition No : 841194

Agency : Environmental Protection

Working Title : PARK RANGER - 37020158

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 37020158

Salary : $2,813.33 monthly

Posting Closing Date : 12 / 01 / 2024

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PARK RANGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Anticipated Vacancy

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 (37020158)

RAINBOW SPRINGS STATE PARK

The position needs 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. This is a Pack Test Position.

Contact : Heather Bibbee

Heather Bibbee

Contact : Heather Bibbee

Heather.Bibbee@FloridaDEP.gov

352-427-7374

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 :

Rainbow Springs State Park

19158 S.W. 81st Place Road

Dunnellon, FL 34432

The history of Rainbow Springs dates back centuries to a time when native peoples regularly visited this lush spring. The modern era has seen the land shaped by both enterprising developers and the loving hands of local volunteers, and the draw of the beautifully serene park endures.

When swimmers take their first dip in the sapphire-blue waters of Rainbow Springs, they become characters in a story that stretches back over 10,000 years, when humans first visited this place.

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 month

Your Specific Responsibilities :

DUTIES AND 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 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 unit specific services as directed

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire. Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park.

Participates in prescribed burning and related activities. Participates in vegetation and wildlife management plans; maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means.

Implements site restoration projects. Participates in water resources management plans. Collects and records resource management data

MAINTENANCE - Constructs, cleans, maintains, and repairs park grounds, facilities and equipment utilizing appropriate tools and equipment.

Makes routine inspections to insure proper maintenance standards are met. Utilizes variety of trade skills to effect maintenance of facilities, equipment and grounds.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects. Answers telephone, operates park radio and various office equipment and maintains logs.

Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions and reconciles receipts.

Answers correspondence and maintains park files.

insures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and / or secures park facilities as appropriate.

Other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

KNOWLEDGE OF :

• general methods and techniques used in the repair and / or maintenance of park facilities, equipment and grounds
• basic math computations.

SKILL IN :

• using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment
• maintenance of facilities and grounds
• the operation and use of various kinds of equipment including pumper-trucks, tractors and boats
• basic understanding of the principles of prescribed fire and the differences between native and non-native flora and fauna

ABILITY TO :

• successfully meet position-specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire
• conduct inspections and maintain park facilities, equipment and grounds
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• identify and investigate problems
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• perform physical labor using assorted power / gas tools and equipment
• perform prescribed burns
• accurately prepare reports
• collect fees and operate cash registers and computers
• understand and apply rules and regulations
• provide visitor assistance services
• conduct interpretive programs
• work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• successfully complete ranger academy
• maintain a valid driver's license
• successfully complete background and fingerprint check

Minimum Qualifications :

• Valid driver’s license.
• Successfully complete a background and fingerprint check
• Successful completion of annual moderate pack test

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 VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

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.

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.

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.

Last updated : 2024-11-19

Salary : $2,813