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MyFlorida OPS PARK RANGER - 37979330 in FRUITLAND PARK, Florida
OPS PARK RANGER - 37979330
Date: Jun 27, 2024
Location:
FRUITLAND PARK, FL, US, 34731
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Requisition No: 832317
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37979330
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37979330
Salary: $15.00 hr
Posting Closing Date: 07/12/2024
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OPS PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Job Vacancy
Open Competitive
Closing date: 07.12.2024
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.
The Work You Will Do:
OPS Park Ranger- 37979330
An opportunity for a self-motivated, hard-working individual to provide maintenance, visitor services, resource management, administration, and park protection. This OPS Park Ranger position will work 32 to 40 hours per week. The park is located three miles north of Leesburg in Fruitland Park and comprises some 620 acres of wetlands and uplands West of Lake Griffin. This is a full-service park, offering an excellent opportunity for an ambitious person to learn all that the Park Service has to offer.
Contact :CassondraHeidt,ParkManager; 352-267-8265
Cassondra.Heidt@FloridaDEP.gov
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. SM
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:
Lake Griffin State Park
3089 US Highway 441-27
Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Our park encompasses 620 acres and allows visitors to explore in several ways. Anglers or birders may want to rent a canoe or a kayak to explore Lake Griffin’s marshes. If you’re not sure paddling alone is for you, that’s OK, we offer guided canoe and kayak tours. If you’d enjoy a less vigorous type of exploration, Concessionaire "Epic Water boat Tours" offer guided pontoon boat tours.
The park boasts two hiking trails totaling two miles in length. Along the way you’ll have the opportunity to see several different habitats including swamp and sandhill. Animals commonly spotted in the park include racoons, bobcats, coyotes and even bears. Call the ranger station to inquire about the availability of guided hikes.
Click on the link to preview this beautiful park:https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/lake-griffin-state-park
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 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/)
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) (https://opsfl.aigrs.com/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
Flexible Spending Accounts;
For a more benefits information, 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.
Pay:
$15.00 per hour-paid bi-weekly
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.
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, assists with maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means.
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. Cleans restrooms and park areas as directed.
ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports. Answers telephone, operates park radio, computer, and various office equipment. Collects fees, operates cash register/point of sale system and reconciles receipts. Orders, sells and inventories resale merchandise
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.
OTHER - Perform other related duties as required
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical work
Ability to:
• Ability to maintain and clean all park facilities
• Ability to maintain park grounds using standard ground keeping equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of Florida weather
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions/directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform cash register/point of sale transactions.
• Ability to participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to prescribed fire preparation activities
• Ability to interact with visitor inquiries in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Must be able to maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including holidays and weekends
• Ability to operate vehicles including small trucks and UTVs
Minimum Qualifications:
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of background/fingerprint check
BACKGROUND SCREENINGREQUIREMENT: 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.
Nearest Major Market:Orlando