PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37002072

Requisition No: 875899 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37002072

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37002072 

Salary:  $3,176.43/monthly $38,117.16/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 05/27/2026 

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Park Services Specialist (37002072)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Pool Requisition

ANTICIPATED VACANCY

This position is located in Alachua, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this action by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park.

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 - Observes, maintains, and protects the natural, cultural, historic, and archaeological resources of the parks. 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. Acts as team lead for the FLCC Project A.N.T. team members that are assigned to San Felasco Hammock and Devils Millhopper Geological, and assist Park Manager with management of the team members, sets treatment schedules, and provides direction and training to the team.

MAINTENANCE - Constructs, cleans, maintains, and repairs park grounds, facilities and equipment utilizing appropriate tools and equipment. Makes routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects. Answers the telephone, operates park radio and various office equipment, and maintains logs. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees and reconciles receipts. Answers correspondence and maintains park files. Serve as Volunteer Coordinator for the volunteer programs at San Felasco and Devils Millhopper State Parks, and assist Manager with the recruitment, training and scheduling of volunteers. Maintain and keep current trainings and filling requirements for the volunteer program, manage the VSYS system announcements and activity for both parks. Assists Park Manager working with the Park’s CSO. Assists Park Manager planning special events in the Park.

PROTECTION - Performs routine patrols and takes appropriate action to ensure visitor safety and adherence to park rules; ensures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and/or secures park facilities as appropriate.

Performs other related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic arithmetic

Good public relations

ABILITY TO:

Act as team leader

Train & oversee volunteers & staff

Coordinate & implement training programs for volunteers & staff

Recruit volunteers

Perform a variety of skilled trade functions

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Perform physical labor using assorted power/gas tools and equipment

Accurately prepare reports

Collect fees

Understand and apply rules and regulations

Identify and investigate problems

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Successfully complete ranger academy

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

$3,176.43/monthly

$38,117.16/annually

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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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:

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park

13201 San Felasco Parkway

Alachua, FL 32615

The preserve is named for the Mission San Francisco de Potano, the primary town of the Potano-Timucua at the time of Spanish contact as well as the location of the mission what was built in 1606.

The limestone outcrops and extreme changes in elevation provide ideal conditions for many species of hardwood trees, including several champion trees. Bobcats, white-tailed deer, gray foxes, turkeys and many species of songbirds inhabit the 18 natural communities found in the preserve.

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);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:

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:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.