PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000927

Requisition No: 856470 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000927

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37000927 

Salary:  $3,176.43/month or $38,117.16/year 

Posting Closing Date: 08/15/2025 

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Park Services Specialist (37000927)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Perry, FL

POSITION Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a specialized professional position working in research, education, development and implementation of resource management, visitor services and interpretive programs and projects for Forest Capital Museum State Park.

Plans, organizes ad conducts community outreach activities, special events and festivals to expand public understanding of the Florida Park Service and the park’s management objectives. Represents the park and Florida Park Service to outside agencies and organizations, disseminating information and promoting all opportunities provided by the park. Provides research, designs and develops park specific literature for public dissemination. Research, develop, and conduct environmental education programs, interpretive programs, and special events. Serves on the park interpretive panel responsible for establishing park programs to increase visitor access. Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meet visitors, answers questions, provide information and directions.

Position will handle administrative duties for Forest Capital Museum State Park, Lafayette Blue Springs State Park, Troy Spring State Park, Peacock Springs State Park, and the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail. Will reform all administrative duties, including but not limited to; bill payment, budget tracking and reconciliation, purchasing and procurement, record keeping, and filling.

Research, collects data and prepares forms for reports on a wide range of subjects. Analyzes budget needs, oversees and performs purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established Division procedures to ensure the operational needs of the park are met. Plans and conducts volunteer meetings, volunteer orientation and training sessions.

Performs other duties as required.

This position has a residence opportunity.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: 

Knowledge of: Administrative principles and practices; 19th Century Cracker Homesteads; antique farm equipment & furniture preservation; implementing and maintaining a vegetable garden, Florida’s forest industry; best management practices to include all aspects of safety and personal protection equipment and effective vebal and written communication.

Ability to: Conduct routine inspections; identify and investigate problems; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; plan and oversee schedules; develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals and other written documents; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; analyze, plan and perform facility and equipment maintenance as outlines in division operations manual; accurately file paperwork, invoices, financial reports, and work independently.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess and maintain a valid driver license.
• Successfully complete a fingerprint and background investigation.
• Work a rotating schedule to include, nights, weekends and holidays.

Position Of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with Directive 422, Position of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

       $3,17643 month: $38,117.16 year           

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:                               

                                               Forest Capital Museum State Park

                                                          204 Forest Park Drive

                                                Perry, FL  32348

The importance of forestry in Florida dates back to the early 1800s. The museum celebrates that heritage.

The heart of the museum is dedicated to longleaf pines and the 5,000 products manufactured from them. The 50-plus-year-old longleaf pines growing on the museum grounds provide a majestic canopy and create an enjoyable walking trail for visitors.

Upon exiting the museum, visitors take a step back in time to explore an authentic 19th-century cracker homestead, much like those scattered throughout Florida at the turn of the century.

Rangers lead interpretive tours during special events and upon request.

Three covered pavilions seating up to 60 people each are available for rent.

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.

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.

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.

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.