OPS PARK RANGER

Requisition No: 851704

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37970109

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37970109

Salary: Agency to update

Posting Closing Date: 05/14/2025

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OPS Park Ranger

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

05/14/2025

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

We are looking for a self-motivated, detail oriented, hardworking individual to provide administrative support. This position supports the Park Manager, Assistant Park Manager, Administrative Assistant and staff by ensuring proper and efficient office practices using clear written and verbal communication.

OPS PARK RANGER (37970109)

Falling Waters State Park

Contact: Amber Rounseville, Park Manager

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

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.

Where You Will Work:

Falling Waters State Park

1130 State Park Road

Chipley, FL 32428

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*). For more details consult with People First at or go to:

OPS Employees / Eligibility and Enrollment / MyHealth - MyBenefits / Department of Management Services

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 Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;

Flexible Spending Accounts;

For a more benefits information, visit

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Pay:

$15.00 PER HOUR

Your Specific Responsibilities:

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. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive

programs and services via presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed.

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. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plans. Collects and records resource management data.

MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests and accidents. Answers telephone operates park radio, computer and various office equipment. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions and reconciles receipts. Orders, sells and inventories resale merchandise. Answers correspondence and maintains park files.

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:

Florida’s natural and cultural resources

basic arithmetic

good public relations

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

utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite

ABILITY TO:

participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide

follow verbal and written instructions/directions

work independently with minimal supervision

establish and maintain effective working relationships

speak in public

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 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more

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’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Skill in Quicken, Point of Sale system, and MyFloridaMarketPlace.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IN PEOPLE FIRST:

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:

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 (). 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.