Position Overview 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. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.
Visitor Services
Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours, walks and campfire programs.
Resource Management
Implements ecological burning plan for fire type plant communities; recognizes plant communities, and maintains fire lanes. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plan.
Maintenance
Constructs, maintains and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities. Operates a variety of equipment including chainsaws, lawn mowers, ATVs, motor vehicles up to 2‑ton class hauling debris, fill, etc.
Administration
Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contacts, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs.
Protection
Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor. Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: computers including Word and Excel software; 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.
Knowledge of and ability to: perform routine inspections; identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipment.
Skill in and ability to: perform basic carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, basic mechanical skills, basic building maintenance, basic facilities maintenance, basic equipment maintenance; participate in public speaking to small and large groups; utilize a computer and software programs such as Microsoft Office; tactfully and effectively enforce rules, policies and procedures; efficiently and accurately perform cash register transactions including cash handling and making correct change.
Skill in: utilizing motor vehicles; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; operating a Point‑of‑Sale (POS) system, cash register operation and reconciling receipts; accurately preparing reports; interacting with internal and external customers and the public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner; performing grounds and building maintenance, including mowing, weed eating, operating zero turn mowers and tractors, pressure washing and painting; utilizing power tools, including chainsaws, skill saws, pole saws and drills; basic plumbing, basic electrical work, basic carpentry.
Ability to: successfully complete background and fingerprint check; successfully complete ranger academy; follow verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; perform physical labor utilizing power/electrical/gas tools and equipment; deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner; work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends; develop and conduct interpretive programs; maintain a valid driver’s license; work well with people; prioritize projects; operate radio equipment; work outdoors in inclement weather; participate in resource management activities, including reforestation or non‑native plant and/or animal removal; work independently with minimal supervision; work nights alone; speak in public; operate ATV, UTV with training; understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations; conduct routine inspections; identify and investigate problems; clean park facilities, including restrooms and picking up trash; perform physical labor lifting 50 pounds and assisting with items up to 100 pounds; prepare reports; handle money and balance cash receipts; perform routine maintenance on all park vehicles; properly wear uniform; comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art piercing restrictions.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver’s license. Completion of Ranger Academy. Position of Special Trust Requirement.
Pay
$2,896.67 plus $95.33 Competitive Area Differential monthly / $34,760.00 annually.
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.
Where You Will Work
DR. VON D. MIZELL‑EULA JOHNSON STATE PARK, 6503 North Ocean Drive, Dania Beach, Florida 33004.
Application
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