PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000915

Requisition No: 874707 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000915

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37000915 

Salary:  $3,176.43 month; $38,117.16 annual 

Posting Closing Date: 05/15/2026 

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PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST (37000915)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

 PACK Test Position

Closing Date: 05/15/2026

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Tallahassee St. Marks Geo Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Resident Park Services Specialist position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must wear the uniform correctly, 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 incumbent must be able to live onsite at Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park.  The incumbent must participate in all aspects of resource management, including prescribed fire activities. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. 

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.

This position is Responsible for establishing and maintaining good public relations and for carrying out public information programs, developing and coordinating private and governmental manpower and financial support systems, visitor service and volunteer programs, assisting management with oversight of contractual service programs, assists in park maintenance and resource management programs.

Participates in planning and conducting resource management activities by implementing resource management techniques required to manage and restore natural communities.

Provides research, planning, coordination and conducts the interpretation of the natural/cultural resources within the park, including guided walks, campfire programs, tours, recreation skills programs and special events.

Researches the history of a division facility, both cultural and natural, and develops plans for restoration and implementation.

Provides research, development and coordination of a park information program.  This includes the preparation of newspaper articles, PSA's, photos and other materials to optimize public awareness of the park.  Identifies broadcast and print media interests, cultivates positive media relations and promotes media coverage of the park.

Plans and conducts community outreach activities to expand public understanding of the Florida Park Service resource management and protection objectives.  Represents the park and the Florida Park Service to outside agencies and organizations, disseminating information and promoting outdoor recreational opportunities provided by the park.

Designs and organizes volunteer recruitment, special events and service programs.  Monitors and defines suitable park volunteer need.  Plans and conducts volunteer orientation and training sessions.  Organizes and coordinates assignments of inmate labor services for the park.  Serves as liaison with the Department of Corrections inmate labor program and improves value of services to the park.

Serves as a liaison between the park and the District Park Programs Development Specialist and the Education & Training Specialists.  Plans, organizes and conducts in-service training programs to meet the needs of the park's employees.

Provides research, development and library of funding sources for the park via corporate/foundation and public support entities.  Design and implement public marketing relations program to encourage corporate/foundation and private support of the park.

Performs related work as required. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Carpentry, electrical and mechanical repairs and general maintenance of facilities and equipment
• resource management techniques and ability to participate in all aspects of resource management
• cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques

SKILLS IN:

• using various hand tools, small engines, power tools and operations of vehicles

ABILITY TO:

• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• effectively work with others
• understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations and policies
• conduct various environmental and cultural history interpretive programs and services
• prepare reports and records

Minimum qualifications:

• Reside on Park Property.
• Valid drivers’ license.
• Must successfully complete ranger academy.
• Must successfully meet position specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire.
• Successful completion of a moderate pack test.

Pack Test Requirement:

Passing of moderate pack test must be completed prior to employment, and annually thereafter complete light pack test.  Prior to being hired, applicants will be given a single opportunity to take and successfully complete a supervised moderate pack test at a date and location to be announced.  The pack test requires applicant to complete a two-mile walk while carrying 25 pounds in under 30 minutes. 

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Burn Boss certified in the Prescribed Fire program.
• conduct routine inspections, identify and investigate problems
• clean park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trash
• work outdoors in inclement weather

• perform physical labor lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more
• work independently with minimal supervision

Pay:

$3,176.43  month; $38,117.16 annual

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:

Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park

c/o Tallahassee/St. Marks GEO Parks

7502 Natural Bridge Road

Tallahassee, FL 32305

Natural Bridge is the site of the second largest Civil War battle in Florida and where the St. Marks River drops into a sinkhole and flows underground for one-quarter of a mile before reemerging. There are picnic and fishing areas surrounded by woodlands for a comfortable place to relax and reflect back on Florida’s history. A reenactment of the battle is held at the park every first full weekend in March.

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.

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.