RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37001339

Requisition No: 871618 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37001339

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37001339 

Salary:  $3,740.67/monthly $44,888.08/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/22/2026 

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Resident Assistant Park Manager (37001339)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Micanopy, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

“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 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. As supervisory, incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives.

Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Participates in employee training, supervision and discipline. Supervises the staff in fiscal, purchasing, and property procedures and policies. Participates in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement and maintains good employee relations. Coordinates work schedules and assignments.

Assists the Resident Park Manager IV in directing the activities of Paynes Prairie State Preserve. The incumbent of this position exercises independent judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures which have significant impact in personnel administration and/or preparation and administration of budgets. Checks reports, fee collection, and miscellaneous records prepared by the staff.

Coordinates interpretive programs, activities, and schedules. Meet the public, interpret the resources, facilities, and services, resolves problems, and provide for good public relations. Supervises the staff in providing visitor services.

Participates in and supervises the resource management program including ecological burning, water level management, native species propagation, erosion control, and exotic removal.

Identifies maintenance needs through daily inspections. Maintains maintenance schedules and supervises the staff to ensure maintenance on a daily, weekly and yearly basis is regularly performed. Supervises and assists with the maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment.

Ensures Park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical, and archaeological facilities and resources, and use thereof, for the enjoyment of the visitor. Prepares and implements the Park Protection Plan in accordance with the Operations Policy Manual.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Building maintenance and construction

Basic arithmetic

Equipment maintenance and operation

Park service management and operations

Heavy equipment maintenance & operation

Natural & cultural resource preservation, restoration, & application of sound resource management techniques

Prescribed burn planning & fire behavior

Livestock management

Plant communities

SKILLED IN:

Using a variety of hand tools

Operating various vehicles and equipment

Using office equipment including computer & related software

Organizing & multi-tasking to accomplish management goals in a diverse operation

The use of prescribed fire as a resource management tool

ABILITY TO:

Supervise people

Determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments

Prepare and maintain schedules and reports

Conduct routine inspections of park facilities

Provide visitor assistance services

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Plan for utilization and preservation of facilities and resources both natural and cultural

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Provide effective leadership

Provide training for career service, volunteer, OPS, and AmeriCorps staff

Work independently

Coordinate & conduct meetings, information, & orientation programs

Plan, coordinate & oversee special events

Operate heavy equipment, i.e. bulldozer, large tractors, livestock trailers

Plan, coordinate, & carry out prescribed fire program

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Live in residency located on park property

Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

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:

$3,740.67/monthly

$44,888.08/annually

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:

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

100 Savannah Blvd.

Micanopy, FL 32667

Far from the Far West, herds of wild horses and bison roam the prairie in this surprisingly diverse preserve south of Gainesville. Paynes Prairie is unique in many ways. Nowhere else in Florida can visitors experience wild-roaming bison and horses. Nearly 300 species of birds also frequent the park along with alligators, deer and many other animals.

The park’s eight trails, including the 16-mile paved Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail, allow one to explore the park’s interior and observe wildlife, while a 50-foot high observation tower provides for panoramic views. Price’s Scrub State Park offers 9.5 miles of multi-use trails through areas of open Scrub as well as shady hammock.

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.