OPS Park Ranger - 37979319

Requisition No: 881739 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS Park Ranger - 37979319

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37979319 

Salary:  16 

Posting Closing Date: 09/01/2026 

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#37979319 OPS PARK RANGER – LANDSCAPE WORKER (NON-RESIDENT)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Jensen Beach, Florida

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Savannas Preserve State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an OPS Park Ranger – Landscape Worker.  The applicant must possess good landscaping skills, ability to operate riding mowers, weed trimmers, tow a trailer, etc., exceptional visitor service, and a strong work ethic.  The applicant will work with other members of the team, or independently.

Maintenance

• Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities including heavy trash and litter cleanup. Operates a variety of equipment including, lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, motor vehicles up to 2-ton class hauling debris, fill, etc. Constructs, maintains, and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, boardwalks, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities. Maintains park vehicles and equipment. 

Visitor Services

• Explains the 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. Interprets the trail’s natural and cultural history. 
• Performs related work as required.

Other daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, extensive driving, pulling and backing trailers, and minor administrative duties. Assist with non-native plant removal by physical and chemical means.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s 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:

$16.00 per hour

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:

Savannas Preserve State Park

9551 Gumbo Limbo Lane

Jensen Beach, FL. 34957

Located on Florida's southeast coast, the park's scenic landscapes represent what the first pioneers would have seen in the area. Savannas Preserve State Park protects a representative sample of a basin marsh that extended throughout South Florida prior to rapid suburban growth.

Pavilions and picnic tables are available near the center and at trail heads throughout the park. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing in the wetlands are popular recreational activities.

Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers will enjoy the diversity of habitats this undisturbed area has to offer. The park boasts over 17 miles of multi-use trails that provide ample opportunities for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding.

Regularly scheduled guided walks and canoe trips are available by reservation.

SUPERVISOR

David Dearth, Park Manager, 772-340-7530

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*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, 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.

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.