PARK PROGRAMS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - 37002300

Requisition No: 827473 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK PROGRAMS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - 37002300

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37002300 

Salary:  $35,568.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/02/2024 

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PARK PROGRAMS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

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

The Work You Will Do:

PARK PROGRAMS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - #37002300 (non-resident)

SUPERVISOR

Matthew Williard, Operations and Management Consultant, 772-402-9460

The Bureau of Parks District 5 is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Programs Development Specialist position.  The applicant must possess good administrative skills, be able to work independently, and travel for work related duties.  This position is responsible for providing a high level of coordination and assistance to the Bureau Chief, Assistant Bureau Chief and all District 5 parks.

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. SM

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:

BUREAU OF PARKS DISTRICT 5

13798 Southeast Federal Highway

Hobe Sound, Florida 33455

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:

$2,964.00 monthly, $35,568.00 annually

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory.  Persistent failure to comply with this section by an 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.  Actively supports and works toward fulfilling the agency’s Affirmative Action objectives. This managerial/supervisory position is responsible for maintaining effective internal communications with the agency’s standards and expectations for communication effectiveness.

This position is responsible for designing, coordinating and conducting comprehensive multi-media public relations and information services; identifying and developing programs for grant acquisition and administration, private and corporate foundation support and volunteer services for a Florida Park Service District including exercising independent judgement in handling media inquiries and news releases.

Meet public relations and informational needs of the district by:  Compiling and analyzing the informational requirements for each park and assisting parks in fulfilling those requirements; compiling and analyzing the public relations requirements for each park and assisting parks in fulfilling those requirements; compiling and analyzing the marketing requirements for each park and assisting parks in fulfilling those requirements; coordinating the planning, preparation and dissemination of news releases, newsletters, brochures, flyers, trail guides, exhibits and other materials; developing, coordinating  film, video, radio and television public service announcements with the Communications Department; coordinating district park’s content and participation in Florida Park Service web site.

Provide alternate funding assistance to district parks by:  writing and assembling grant applications and proposals for submittal to public and private granting sources; monitoring and coordinating grant project activities; serving as liaison between district, central office and the granting source; identifying and keeping abreast of available public and private programs useful in the operation of parks; designing and developing programs to encourage and receive corporate and/or foundation support; designing and developing programs to encourage and receive private donations.

Coordinates required district training as necessary including:  New Employee Orientation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Customer Service, Basic Interpretive Workshop, Boat Operations and Trailering, CPR/First Aid/AED/Oxygen, FPS Orientation, Archaeological Resource Monitoring, Fire Training S130 and S190 and Standards for Survival I-100.  Conducts quarterly Interpretive Chairpersons’ meetings and Annual Park Services Specialists’ meetings.  Assists parks with developing interpretive and environmental education programs.  Monitors district training, prepares all administrative reports on training and personal contacts.  Maintains the district training calendar.  Monitors the DEP Training site.  Coordinates equipment check-out; travel accommodations for district trainings.  Performs research and development on additional training opportunities such as professional development, environmental education programs and train-the-trainer workshops.  Processes Tuition Waiver Vouchers.  Coordinates Employee of the Month Awards, nominations for Davis Productivity, Valor, Lifesaving and Employee Recognition awards.

Monitors and coordinates Citizen Support Organization (C.S.O.) activities by:  assessing the need for a C.S.O. at parks throughout the district; assisting park managers in developing and establishing C.S.O.'s in parks; working directly with C.S.O.'s and park managers to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and promote harmony within established C.S.O.'s.

Design, develop and maintain an effective volunteer program by:  actively working with park managers to make the public aware of park needs regarding volunteers; assisting park management with recruitment of volunteers; assisting park management with volunteer recognition and general program activities.

Monitor, coordinate and maintain district informational network by:  serving as liaison with department and division information offices; researching newspaper articles, radio and television news and public affairs broadcast to monitor results of all district/park programs; processing all brochures orders for new and revised brochures, reviewing for accuracy and completeness.

Performs related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• grant writing including research, application and follow-up
• fund raising including analysis, planning, marketing, implementation and follow-up
• public relations including analysis, planning, preparation, marketing, disseminating and follow-up
• media relations
• and ability to interact, respond and promote activities and programs, of volunteer relations
• and abilities to analyze needs, recruit and measure effectiveness

SKILL IN:

• computer operation
• oral and written communication
• public speaking

ABILITY TO:

• effectively respond to field needs by answering questions, consulting and disseminating information
• working efficiently and effectively both independently and with others
• maintain a valid driver license

Other Job Related Requirements for this position: 

• Valid driver 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:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@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.

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.