PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000943

Requisition No: 872150 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000943

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37000943 

Salary:  $3,176.43 monthly/ $38,117.16 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/30/2026 

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Park Services Specialist (37000943)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Open Competitive

This position is in Sneads, Florida

Closing Date: 03/30/2026

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Park Services Specialist - 37000943

An opportunity is available for a self-motivated, hardworking individual to fill the position of Park Services Specialist at Three Rivers State Park. Flexibility and a high level of commitment are required for this position. Professionalism and the ability to perform as part of a close-knit team are essential attributes for any applicant to this position. 

Park Services Specialist also serves as coordinator of volunteers, interpretive programs and special events.

DUTIES 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. 

ADMINISTRATION – Develop and administer a comprehensive volunteer program, monitoring and defining park’s volunteer needs. Recruit, interview, train, place and schedule volunteers. Maintain appropriate records, files and database to track volunteer hours and scheduling. Develop and maintain volunteer job descriptions, procedural, manuals, volunteer records, and evaluations. Coordinate volunteer awards programs. Conduct volunteer meetings and orientation sessions.

PROGRAM COORDINATION – Works closely with park staff to promote Special Events. Coordinates educational programs for outdoor recreation and education. Writes, edits, inventories orders, park brochures, and interpretive publications. Plans, prepares, produces, evaluates, and presents environmental education programs, interpretive programs, and tours. Plans, coordinates recreational opportunities within the park, and outparcels.

VISITOR SERVICES - Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services guided walks, evening programs, and other presentations. Design and maintain visitor information kiosks. Develop and/or maintain digital photographic records and programs.  Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Implement emergency program procedures. Demonstrates a team work ethic and treats parks visitors and co-workers with respect. Perform Park related duties as required including but not limited to checking in campers, sale of merchandise, disseminate information and provide assistance to campers.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Be knowledgeable of natural resource activities such as prescribed burning plan for the fire type plant communities; recognizes communities, water monitoring, exotic removal, erosion control, timber management, upland and aquatic plant restoration, wildlife monitoring, and other related activities. Remain informed of the cultural resource management activities such as archaeological monitoring, cultural landscapes, and obtaining historical information for the park archives. Monitor historic facilities and objects for detrimental actions, and other related activities.  

MAINTENANCE - Provide effective routine, preventative and corrective maintenance on a proactive basis. Tracks hours on monthly log and reports PM maintenance when due. Performs routine maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs to buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, docks, and all other facilities, as necessary. Completes and submits work orders for repairs unable to complete. Demonstrates skill, proficiency and safety while operating numerous types of power, handheld, and heavy equipment.   

ADMINISTRATION - Operates point of sale system, accurately collects, records, and reconciles revenue collected.  Accurately and legibly completes all required forms on a wide range of subjects including receipts, visitor use, visitor contacts, patrols, wildlife sightings, safety and incident reports, vehicle boat and radio equipment and submits in a timely manner. Enters and submits flex schedule and work hours in People First system in a timely manner. Utilizes the DEP email system to provide additional communication. Communicates effectively in writing and verbally.

PROTECTION - Maintain and conduct patrols of park and other park parcels for security at gates, entrances, equipment, and facilities. Responsible for cash fund security, bank deposits when necessary. Inform visitors of possible hazards. Implements emergency program procedures. Enforce park rules, regulations, and other related guidelines in a courteous manner. Investigates and prepares forms and reports on safety and miscellaneous incidents. Prevents accidents and injuries by timely reporting and correction of hazards. Coordinate training of staff and volunteers to promote safe work environment.

OTHER – Performs other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

•  Assorted power/gas tools and equipment to perform physical labor.
• Computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts.
• Good public relations and ability to deal with people effectively

SKILL IN:

• communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• operating a cash register and reconciling receipts
• accurately preparing reports
• interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner
• performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills
• basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repair
• basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers
• basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs
• develop and organize data into logical format for reports, presentations and documents.
• utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite

ABILITY TO:

•  Identify and investigate problems
• Plan and over see schedules
•  Understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations, and policies.
•  Prepare reports
•  Perform a variety of skilled trade functions
•  Conduct various environmental and cultural history interpretive programs and services
•  Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
•  Effectively work with others
•  Open and close park gate and secure facilities
•  Work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
•  Maintain a valid driver’s license
•  Successfully complete Ranger Academy
•  Successfully complete a background and fingerprint check

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

BACKGROUND SCREENING 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:

       $3,176.43 monthly/ $38,117.16 annually

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading 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:

Three Rivers State Park

7908 Three Rivers Park Road

Sneads, FL, 32460

Where Florida meets the southwest corner of Georgia, the Chattahoochee and Flint rivers converge to form Lake Seminole, is the setting for this peaceful park. Wildlife abounds with Fox Squirrels, Deer, Bald Eagles and migratory birds. Campers can launch from a boat ramp or fish from a 100-foot pier. A quaint picnic area and campground overlook the lake.

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 to answer questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

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 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. 

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.