OPS PARK RANGER - 37979278

Requisition No: 840099 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37979278

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37979278 

Salary:  $15.00 per hr 

Posting Closing Date: 11/20/2024 

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OPS PARK RANGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Job Vacancy

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Closing date: 11.20.2024

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 – 37979278

Tomoka State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an OPS Park Ranger position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Contact:  Eno Slaughter, 386-676-4045

Eno.Slaughter@FloridaDEP.gov

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:

Tomoka State Park

2099 N. Beach Street

Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Tomoka State Park is only 6 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and Scenic A1A. If you are visiting the Daytona Beach area, the Daytona Convention Center is 10 miles away and the Speedway is 15 miles away. Whether you are a beachgoer, a race fan or a motorcyclist, we are a central location for recreation.

Its sister park, Bulow Creek State Park, make up over 8 miles of the scenic drive known as the "loop." The loop offers a view of the way Florida was hundreds of years ago with oak trees that arch over the road creating a tunnel effect. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the view and the history of Tomoka Basin State Parks.

Click on the link to preview this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/Tomoka

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 per hour

Your Specific Responsibilities:

VISITOR SERVICES- Explains 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. Will assist with special events and perform interpretive programs to educate park visitors.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT- Performs exotic plant removal under the supervision of the park staff.

MAINTENANCE- Maintains facilities and grounds including campsites to FPS standards, including janitorial duties of restrooms, mowing, trimming, raking and cleaning campsites.

ADMINISTRATION- Prepares reports in a timely manner including timesheets, vehicle log entries and maintenance logs.

PROTECTION- Ensures park rules and regulations are enforced pertaining to all park natural areas, historic sites and cultural resources and the use thereof for enjoyment of the visitor and the protection of the resources.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Prepare reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Perform physical labor utilizing power/electrical/ gas tools and equipment.
• Deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner.
• Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations.
• Work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends.
• Maintain a valid class E driver’s license.
• Skill in utilizing motor vehicles.
• Knowledge and ability to perform routine inspections.
• Identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s license
• Successful comletion of background/fingerprint check

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 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:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us

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.