PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000892
Requisition No: 837214
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000892
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37000892
Salary: $3,093.09 monthly
Posting Closing Date: 09/26/2024
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RESIDENT PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Job Vacancy
Open Competitive
Closing Date: 09.26.2024
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:
Resident Park Services Specialist- 37000892
A challenging opportunity is available for a motivated park service professional to fill the position of Park Services Specialist at the Wekiva River Basin State Parks. The park is located northwest of Orlando in Apopka, Florida. This is a full-service park, affording an excellent opportunity for an ambitious person to work hard and at the same time learn all that the Park Service has to offer. The park is very resource management oriented, with heavy visitor usage.
This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining good public relations and for carrying out public information programs, developing and coordinating private and governmental manpower and financial support systems. visitor service and volunteer programs, assisting management with oversight of contractual service programs, assists in park maintenance and resource management programs.
Contact: Rene Acuna, Park Manager; 407.553.4374
The Difference You Will Make:
This position represents the heart of the park. You will provide visitors with first-hand knowledge on every aspect of the park and what it offers to guests.
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:
Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka, FL 32712
With emerald springs feeding the Wekiwa River and lush tropical hammocks, this unique park just minutes from downtown Orlando is perfect for observing abundant wildlife or cooling off on a summer day.
Miles of trails beg to be explored on foot, bike or horseback, and canoes and kayaks are available on-site. It’s easy to see why visitors have been flocking to beautiful Wekiwa Springs since the mid-19th century.
Click the attached link to learn more about this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/wekiwa-springs-state-park
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:
$3,093.09 Monthly / $37,117.08 Annually
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Develops and presents guided walks, campfire, recreational skills and other visitor service programs to park visitors, educational groups, and other citizen groups. Designs, researches and develops park specific literature for public dissemination. Explains facilities and services provided for public use and attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Plans, coordinates and participates in all aspects of the park's specials events.
Develops and administers comprehensive volunteer program, including campground hosts and other resident volunteers, local volunteers, and Citizen Support Organization Members. Conducts all necessary activities and correspondence to maintain volunteer program such as recruitment, interviewing, placement. training, and recognition of volunteers. Maintains volunteer records, files, databases, and manpower augmentation reports in order to properly track volunteer program and needs. Attends CSO meetings and serves as a representative for the park.
Prepares grant applications for park projects and possible funding sources.
Constructs, maintains. and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes. boardwalks, campsites. picnic sites, docks and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.
Ensures Park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor. Ensures all aspects of park security and safety are maintained at all times.
Serves as liaison between the park and the District Parks Program Development Specialist. Assists Management with organization and training of park staff.
Prepares a wide variety of reports. forms and logs related to all aspects of park operations.
Operates cash registers and reconciles receipts. Operates two-way radio equipment, computers, and other office equipment.
Performs all other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: Florida ecosystems and resource management techniques required to manage and restore natural communities; cultural resources preservation and restoration techniques; technical report writing and effective verbal and written communication principles and techniques.
Skill in: recruiting volunteers.
Ability to: research, plan and prepare educational, interpretive and promotional materials and programs; compile, organize and analyze data, programs and proposed projects; produce photographs and slides; effectively present programs, speak in public and present training programs; work effectively with the public; operate personal computers, office equipment, audio visual and multimedia equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Successfully complete background/fingerprint check
- Must reside on property- 2bd/1bth House
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
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.
APOPKA, FL, US, 32712
Nearest Major Market: Orlando