OPS SUPPORT SERVICE AIDE - 37970058

Requisition No: 829051 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS SUPPORT SERVICE AIDE - 37970058

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37970058 

Salary:  $15.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 05/26/2024 

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OPS Support Service Aide

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 Support Service Aide – OFFICE SUPPORT (37970058)

GRAYTON BEACH STATE PARK

Contact: Patrick Hartsfield, Assistant Park Manager

patrick.w.hartsfield@floridadep.gov

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated, hard-working individual seeking a challenging and rewarding position as an OPS Park Attendant at Grayton Beach State Park. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently. 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.

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:

Grayton Beach State Park

357 Main Park Road

Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Grayton Beach State Park (GBSP) is located in Santa Rosa Beach, in the community of Grayton Beach on Scenic 30A. This Recreation Area manages 2000 acres of land on the Gulf of Mexico. There are 61 campsites with electric, water and sewer plus 15 duplex cabins. The Park has a 1 mile dune nature trail and a 4 ½ mile hiking/biking forest trail. The Park provides 3 miles of white quartz-sand beaches, a home to threatened-endangered sea turtles, shorebirds and dune systems. There will also be opportunities for resource management and wildlife monitoring.

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
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).  For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click  Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;

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; up to 29 hours per week

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.

This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services and Maintenance of Grayton Beach State Park.

VISITOR SERVICES - The selected applicant will be immersed in the operation of Grayton Beach State Parks cabin operation. This position is centered on day-to-day cabin support to include answering guest questions and cleaning cabins.

MAINTENANCE - Maintains cleanliness of rental cabins.

OTHER – Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic cleaning and safety skills
• Basic computer skills to be able to fill in timesheets

SKILL IN:

• providing high-level customer service
• operating trucks, ATV/UTV and golf carts.
• basic computer skills

ABILITY TO:

• effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner
• work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• effectively work with others
• maintain a valid driver license

Other Job Related Requirements for this position:

Valid Driver’s License

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:

Contact: Patrick Hartsfield, Assistant Park Manager

patrick.w.hartsfield@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.