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PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Anticipated Vacancy
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:
Park Ranger - Position# 37000566
T.H. STONE MEMORIAL ST. JOSEPH PENINSULA STATE PARK
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a park ranger position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant 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. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
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.
What You Will Do:
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 and accurately preparing reports
- Interacting with all internal and external customers/general public in a professional and courteous manner
- Grounds and building maintenance including but not limited to: Mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, painting
- Utilize power tools including but not limited to: chain saws, 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 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 written and verbal instructions/directions; work independently with minimal supervision; maintain effective working relationships
- Speak in public: Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
- Conduct routine inspections and 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
- Complete Ranger Academy
- Maintain a valid driver’s license; successfully complete background & fingerprint check
- Properly wear uniform; comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing
- Take and pass CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Florida Class E driver’s license or an out-of-state class equivalent driver’s license.
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.
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:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us
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 (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.