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Open: May 14, 2026 — Closes: May 27, 2026
Summary
These positions are located in Everglades National Park, in the Visitor and Resource Protection Division. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 05/27/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Major Duties
These positions are seasonal Not to Exceed 1560 hours with a typical seasonal entry-on-duty period of November - June, but the season may be extended or reduced due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: Early November. Government housing may be available. Major Duties: Radio and phone communication including answering calls for emergency response Use of computer skills- Word, Excel, email, Microsoft Teams, etc... Investigation and searching- Use of NCIC, NLETS, Mark43, etc. Automated flight following, computer aided dispatching, and systems management Monitoring video and audio surveillance and security/ fire alarms Physical Demands: Incumbent must function efficiently in a confined space for extended periods with no breaks and no opportunity to leave the confines of the Communications Center. The dispatcher is considered an "essential employee," meaning he/she is required to work most holidays, report for duty during adverse weather conditions, and be expected to work for long hours exceeding normally scheduled shifts in case of emergencies. Position is sedentary with high amounts of stress. Incumbent is subject to shift work, rotating shift work, and uncommon tours of duty. Work requires use of the voice in vocal communications for periods of hours at a time. Voice must be clear, audible, and tone effective with words plainly spoken and understandable. Incumbent must be able to hear clearly and discern a variety of audible communications and signals simultaneously. Incumbent must be able to read critical information from multiple sources, including computer screen, fax, and written log quickly and accurately. The work is of an emergency nature and is emotionally stressful. Incumbent must possess manual dexterity sufficient to operate computer terminals/keyboards and related equipment and to maintain written logs. Work involves occasional lifting of boxes and supplies up to weights of 50 pounds. Working Conditions: The work is normally performed in a well-lighted and temperature-controlled room. Noise levels are routinely high due to electronic equipment, telephones, radios, and other discussions ongoing in the performance of duties. The setting is typically confined and secure, and entrance and egress is controlled. During the training period and/or on other occasions, the incumbent will be assigned to accompany field law enforcement personnel in patrol vehicles to learn or gain a more detailed familiarization with agency field operating procedures and jurisdictional boundaries. Incumbent may not leave the center unless relieved by another qualified dispatcher. Area/Duty Station Information: Everglades National Park headquarters is located within the Pine Island District and is approximately 12 miles southwest of Homestead on State Road 9336. Winter temperatures are mild averaging between 66 and 76 degrees. Evening temperatures can dip down into the 50's and occasionally the 40's with rain; however, winter is the dry season. The greater Miami Metropolitan Area has all the services and amenities of a major city, including advanced medical care, two large International Airports, and shopping and entertainment opportunities. Schools and daycare facilities are widely available and include several major Public and Private four-year Colleges and Universities. For additional area information, please see: Everglades National Park official website http://www.nps.gov/ever/index.htm Miami Dade County Chamber of Commerce http://www.m-dcc.org/
