ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - 37001620

Requisition No: 878613 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - 37001620

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37001620 

Salary:  $2985.36 month/$35,824.32 year 

Posting Closing Date: 07/12/2026 

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I (37001620)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in DeLeon Springs, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

DeLeon Springs State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an Administrative Assistant I position, providing visitor services, and administration skills. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently when required. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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 predominately responsible, for failure to comply.

This position assists in planning, coordinating and implementing all administrative activities involved in park operation.

Performs assigned fiscal audits, acts as purchasing agent, monitors and tracks park budget, prepares budget reports.  Process payment of utility bills, requisitions, and initiate purchase orders through My Florida Market Place.  Acts as primary liaison for the Purchasing Card Program System.  Maintain work project tracking forms, expenditures for projects and project files.  Insure compliance with all purchasing regulations. Program office equipment, operate personal computer, E-Mail, Internet, multi-lines phone system, two-way radio system.  Acts as liaison for assigned personnel and worker’s compensation actions. Assist with oversight of toll collectors.  Prepare special correspondence and acts as property custodian.  Assist Park Manager in budget request process.

Responds to oral and written complaints or complimentary letters, makes resolution decisions.  Tracking schedules and corresponding with volunteers.  Administers concession contracts and monthly inspections.  Acts as liaison to park Citizen Support Organization.  Answer phones and direct calls to appropriate party or take accurate messages.  Act as Office Manager for office operations and ensure smooth operation of office procedures.  Maintain property and personnel files.

Prepares and processes paperwork relating to personnel activities to include leave and attendance, selection and recruitment, employee relations and travel.

Assists in assuring park compliance with current division policies, procedures and programs.  Oversees and assists in training staff in proper administrative procedures and practices.  Provides recommendations to park manager for processes and procedures which will promote efficiency and simplify park administrative functions.  Attends meetings and training sessions and represents the Park Manager at meetings with division representatives, other agencies and organizations.

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

Knowledge of:  administrative principles and practices; office procedures and practices; accounting principles and practices; personal computers including use of Windows, Quicken, Email and Internet; data collection.

Ability to:  collect, evaluate, analyze data; file; perform accounting duties; process personnel actions; process purchasing items; perform budget entry; prepare correspondence and administrative reports; handle multiple phone lines and two-way radio system; operate and maintain office equipment; communicate verbally and in writing; coordinate work assignments; maintain effective working relationships with others; follow verbal and written instructions; resolve customer inquiries; assist in formulation of budget preparation; maintain a valid driver’s license; successfully complete background screening; work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Drivers’ License

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:

$2,985.36month/$35,824.32 annual

Our Organization and Mission: 

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading 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:

De Leon Springs State Park

601 Ponce De Leon Blvd.

De Leon Springs, FL 32130

Visitors enjoy a Florida experience that includes a recreational swimming area and a fascinating history.  The spring run was once used to turn a sugar cane mill followed by a grist mill to turn corn into flour during the Civil War. 

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.