OPS RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN - 37970333 1

Requisition No: 835968 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN - 37970333 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37970333 

Salary:  $16-$18 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 09/29/2024 

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OPS RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

District 4 Administration (Travel)

Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy

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:

OPS Resource Management Technician (37970333), Non-Resident

The Bureau of Parks District 4 is looking for multiple self-motivated, hardworking team players interested in Natural Resource Management to fill OPS Resource Management Technician positions. In this position, the applicant will travel between District 4 parks to assist with integrated vegetation management, including chemical and mechanical invasive plant removal, protection of imperiled species, habitat surveys, & revegetation. The applicant must be able to work a flexible schedule including some weekends, holidays or evenings,  & be able to travel for work-related responsibilities. 

This is a chance to be a part of something exciting, a brand-new Florida State Park natural resource management team!

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. Applicants interested in a career track in natural resource management are encouraged to apply.

Where You Will Work:

Office: Terra Ceia Preserve State Park

130 Terra Ceia Road

Palmetto, FL 34221

The park is located at the southern base of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

The Bureau of Parks District 4 encompasses 36 State Parks in south-west Florida. The position will entail travel to various parks in the district to complete integrated vegetation management assignments.

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.  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  Corebridge Financial;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;

For more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Pay:

$16-18 PER HOUR, commensurate with experience. 40 hours per week

Your Specific Responsibilities: 

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Work to understand natural resource management issues in line with team initiatives and learn proper techniques to address them. Participate in all aspects of invasive species treatments, including targeted post-fire treatments and contract follow-up treatments. Assist with the protection of imperiled species through species identification, monitoring of known populations, and removal of invasive species encroaching on populations. Assist with habitat surveys throughout district. Enable revegetation efforts, including the propagation and planting of native species.

MAINTENANCE - Maintains team structures, equipment, and vehicles through routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met. Operates and maintains a variety of equipment including 4x4 vehicles, UTVs, trailers, mowers, chainsaws & other two-stroke engine equipment, etc.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects. Accurate and timely submission of timesheets. Timely completion of training requirements when assigned. Fuel purchasing.  Answers correspondence and maintains team files.

TEAMWORK - Demonstrate, model and/or reinforce the fundamental values of fairness, respect, commitment, excellence, honesty and teamwork. The ability to demonstrate this competency in all interactions with co-workers, supervisors and service recipients, as applicable; in personal contributions to work assignments and projects; and when representing the Division or the State.

Performs related work as required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

A degree in the Biological Sciences (or a related field) or previous experience related to position responsibilities is preferred, however outstanding applicants without these conditions may be considered. These positions are entry level, all knowledge and skills can be trained for the right applicant, however applicants with the following will be more competitive for these positions.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Natural Resource Management
• Florida Natural Communities
• Techniques required to manage/restore natural communities
• Plant species identification

SKILL IN:

• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Use of a computer, including but not limited to, software programs such as Microsoft Office
• Accurate and timely preparation and submittal of reports and other documentation
• Use of assorted power/gas tools and equipment to perform physical labor
• Use of 4x4 vehicles, including UTVs

ABILITY TO:

• Work full days outdoors, off-trail in a variety of habitats and vegetation (including thorns), in inclement weather (including extreme heat of Florida’s summers), and with biting insects
• Participate in integrated management tasks, including application of herbicide
• Lift 50 pounds & complete assignments while carrying over 25 pounds in a backpack
• Follow verbal and written instructions/directions
• Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments with team
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work independently with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications: 

• 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@dep.state.fl.us

Contact:

Christin Meilink, Park Service Specialist, Christin.Meilink@FloridaDEP.gov

Tracy Muzyczka, Environmentalist Specialist II, Tracy.Muzyczka@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.