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SalaryRequisition No: 823462
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000908
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37000908
Salary: $3,003.00 per month
Posting Closing Date: 03/04/2024
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Park Services Specialist
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPEN COMPETITIVE
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 SERVICES SPECIALIST (37000908)
TALLAHASSEE/ST. MARKS GEO PARKS
Contact:
Brooke Doran
Park Manager
Brooke.Doran@FloridaDEP.gov
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, hardworking individual with strong leadership and communication skills to fill the position of Park Services Specialist at the Tallahassee/St Marks Geo Parks. This position provides visitor service, maintenance, protection, administration, and volunteer management. The position also supports park operations at additional parks within the Tallahassee/St. Marks Geo Park. The applicant must have the ability to perform varied tasks utilizing equipment and tools. The applicant must also be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
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:
San Marcos De Apalache Historic State Park
148 Old Fort Rd
St Marks, Florida, 32355
This position also supports park operations at the Tallahassee/St. Marks Geo Parks which includes: Econfina River State Park, Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park, Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park, Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park, San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park, St. Marks River Preserve State Park, and the Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Pay:
$3,003.00 monthly / $36,036.00 annually
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining good public relations and for carrying out public information programs, developing and coordinating private and governmental manpower and financial support systems, visitor service and volunteer programs, assisting management with oversight of contractual service programs, assists in park maintenance and resource management programs.
Plans, coordinates and participates in all aspects of the park's specials events. Develops and presents guided walks, campfire, recreational skills and other visitor service programs to park visitors, educational groups, and other citizen groups. Designs, researches and develops park specific literature for public dissemination. Explains facilities and services provided for public use and attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations.
Develops and administers comprehensive volunteer program, including campground hosts and other resident volunteers, local volunteers, and Citizen Support Organization Members. Conducts all necessary activities and correspondence to maintain volunteer program such as recruitment, interviewing, placement, training, and recognition of volunteers. Maintains volunteer records, files, databases, and manpower augmentation reports in order to properly track volunteer program and needs. Attends CSO meetings and serves as a representative for the park.
Provides research, development and library of funding sources for the park via corporate/foundation and public support entities. Designs and implements public marketing relations program to encourage corporate/foundation and private support of the park. Prepares grant applications for park projects and possible funding sources.
Gathers and maintains cultural resource files, artifact inventories, and coordinates and participates in appropriate preservation of cultural resources, including obtaining preservation grants.
Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor. Ensures all aspects of park security and safety are maintained at all times.
Prepares a wide variety of reports, forms and logs related to all aspects of park operations. Operates cash registers and reconciles receipts. Operates two way radio equipment, computers, and other office equipment.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques
- Technical report writing and effective verbal and written communication principles and techniques
- Computers and related software
- FPS volunteer and CSO policies and procedures
SKILL IN:
- Public speaking
- Writing program presentations
ABILITY TO:
- Handle cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts
- Research, plan, and prepare educational, interpretive, and promotional materials and programs
- Work independently
- Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Coordinate special events
- Perform a variety of skilled trade functions
- Learn two-way radio communication equipment
Other Job Related Requirements for this position:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check before beginning employment.
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_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
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.
