OPS PARK RANGER - 37970218

Requisition No: 876314 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37970218

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37970218 

Salary:  $15.75 

Posting Closing Date: 06/03/2026 

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#37970218 OPS PARK RANGER 

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Hobe Sound, Florida

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an OPS (Other Personnel Services) part time Park Ranger position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. 

Applicants 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.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, guest assistance, facility and grounds upkeep and maintenance, minor repairs, and supporting daily operations.

Applicants must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.  This is a part-time position, 29 hours per week or less.

VISITOR SERVICES

Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions in an accurate and professional manner; attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance; observes; maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park; maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means.

MAINTENANCE

Cleans and maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective practices; conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met; operates and maintains a variety of equipment including chainsaws, landscaping equipment, lawn mowers, ATVs and motor vehicles. Cleans restrooms and park areas as directed.

ADMINISTRATION

Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including but not limited to fees, daily receipt and sales reports. Answers telephone, operates computer and radio equipment, maintains logs; operates a point-of-sale cash register, accurately collect, record and reconcile revenue and receipts

PROTECTION

Performs routine patrols and security checks; ensures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and/or secures park facilities as appropriate. Interprets and enforces park rules pertaining to all natural and cultural resources and facilities and use thereof for the safety and enjoyment of the visitor. Responsible for security of cash fund.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• basic arithmetic
• good customer service and relations 

SKILL IN:

• communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• operating a POS system and cash register; 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, including but not limited to, mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• utilizing power tools, including but not limited to chainsaws and drills
• utilizing a computer and operating basic software applications

ABILITY TO: 

• follow verbal and written instructions/directions
• work independently with minimal supervision
• establish and maintain effective working relationships
• understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
• 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 50 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more
• participate in prescribed burns upon completion of work capacity analysis
• work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• maintain a valid driver's license
• properly wear uniform
• comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver license
• Successful completion of background and fingerprint check

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.

Pay:

$15.75 hourly

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:

JONATHAN DICKINSON STATE PARK

16450 Southeast Federal Highway

Hobe Sound, Florida 33455

 #37970218 OPS PARK RANGER (non-resident)

SUPERVISOR:

Libby Reinert, Assistant Park Manager, 561-744-9814

Sixteen distinct natural communities create the mosaic that is Jonathan Dickinson, the largest state park in Southeast Florida.

Rare environments such as coastal sand hills, upland lakes, and scrub forests as well as the pristine Loxahatchee River make this park a unique spot to explore on land or by water.

Historical interests include a secret World War II training camp, the story of the shipwrecked Quaker merchant who is the park’s namesake, and Trapper Nelson, the legendary Wild Man of the Loxahatchee.

Ranger-guided tours of Trapper Nelson’s 1930s pioneer homestead are available year-round. Visitors can enjoy paved and off-road biking, equestrian and hiking trails. Boating, canoeing and kayaking along the river are also great ways to enjoy the park. 

Anglers can fish along the riverbank or from a boat.

The nature and history of the park come to life through exhibits and displays in the Elsa Kimbell Environmental Education and Research Center. Programs for kids or the whole family are also offered here.

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*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, 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.

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.