OPS PARK RANGER - 37971260
Requisition No: 840211
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37971260
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37971260
Salary: $15.00 hrly
Posting Closing Date: 11/13/2024
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State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPS JOB OPENING
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Closing Date: 11.13.2024
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:
OPS Park Ranger- 37971260
16 – 28 hrs weekly
An opportunity for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, to provide maintenance, visitor services, resource management, administration and park protection. This park maintains a very high occupancy rate on 68 campsites, and the main duties will focus on routine maintenance, cleaning and visitor services. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts. Position typically works 2-3, 8-hour closing shifts per week.
Contact: Chris Clauson, Assistant Park Manager; (386) 517-2086
Christopher.Clauson@dep.state.fl.us
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:
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd.
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
This 145-acre park located on barrier island is named for Florida folk singer and storyteller Gamble Rogers. Swim and play in the surf of the Atlantic Ocean, build castles in the golden-brown coquina sand or watch pelicans glide along the dunes and ocean waves.
Anglers can catch red drum, whiting, flounder and trout from the banks of the river or along the beach, with toes in the sand. Take a walk and explore the plant and animal life in the shady maritime hammock or enjoy a picnic with watermelon and ice cream at one of the park’s many sheltered tables.
Click the attached link to learn more about this beautiful park:
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-paid bi-weekly
Your Specific Responsibilities:
MAINTENANCE - Maintain cleanliness of grounds and facilities including restrooms, bathhouses, campsites, day use facilities, picnic areas, trails, boardwalks, boat ramp, shop buildings, and all other necessary facilities. Preventative and corrective maintenance of these facilities along with minor construction projects, electrical and plumbing repairs. Preventative and corrective maintenance to equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, kayaks/canoes, vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, golf carts, power tools and chainsaws.
VISITOR SERVICES - Explain facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education to all visitors. Responds to visitor needs in a tactful and courteous manner; understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Participate in natural and cultural resource activities of the park such, mainly non-native plant removal and treatment.
ADMINISTRATION – Complete timesheets online and keep up with email correspondence. Complete forms and logs as required related to vehicle mileage, equipment repairs, wildlife sightings, etc.
PROTECTION – Performs routine patrols and security checks. Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for enjoyment of the visitor.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
- Ability to maintain and clean all park facilities
- Ability to maintain park grounds through the use of standard grounds keeping equipment.
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of Florida weather
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to work a rotating schedule including holidays and weekends
- Ability to deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner; understand and apply rules, directives, policies
- Knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical work
- Ability to operate vehicles including small trucks and UTVs
Minimum Qualifications:
- Maintain Valid driver’s license
- Successful outcome of background and fingerprint checks
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:
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.
FLAGLER BEACH, FL, US, 32136
Nearest Major Market: Palm Coast