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SalaryRequisition No: 825054
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37020586
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37020586
Salary: $3,003.00 monthly
Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2024
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PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST
State of Florida
Job Vacancy
Open Competitive
Closing Date: 03.26.2024
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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do:
Park Services Specialist- 37020586
An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hard-working team player, with strong resource management, visitor services, protection, and maintenance experience to fill a Park Service Specialist position at St. Sebastian River Preserve in Fellsmere/Sebastian, in both Brevard and Indian River counties. The park is 22,678 acres and provides access through over 50 miles of multi-use trails, primitive camping and a wonderful visitors center.
Site for employee-owned residence available
Contact: Justin Teall, Park Manager; 386.329.3721
Justin.Teall@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:
St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park
1000 Buffer Preserve Drive
Fellsmere, FL 32948
The St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park is situated in Southern Brevard County and Northern Indian River County. The park totals 22,000 acres and harbors 22 diverse natural community types as well as over 70 protected species. The park provides quality resource-based recreation, with over 60 miles of multi-use trail for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and nature study, as well as access to more than ten miles of the St. Sebastian River for paddling, boating, and fishing.
Click on the link to preview this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/St-Sebastian
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:
Assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of resource management and restoration projects within the preserve to protect, enhance, or restore the resources and participate in the control of exotic animal and plant species. Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire. Assists with other operational activities such as the construction, maintenance, and repair of trails, fire breaks, fences, gates, informational signs, and park roads. Operates vehicles, field equipment and maintenance tools as required accomplishing assigned tasks. Ensures that all vehicles, field equipment, and park tools are properly maintained, operable and safe.
Recruits and coordinates volunteers to assist with the management of the preserve. Assists Park Manager with the Park’s Citizens Support Organization.
Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including resource management reports, visitor contacts, wildlife sightings, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle and equipment operations, property records, and p-cards purchases. Answers telephone, operates personal computers and park radio equipment.
Conducts educational and outreach activities to better acquaint the general public and resource users with the natural resources and resource protection needs of the preserves. Activities include conducting interpretive programs and field trips.
Coordinates preserve’s compliance with the American Disability Act requirements.
Ensures park rules are enforced for the protection of the park resources and the safety and enjoyment of the visitor.
Performs other park related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: resource preservation, restoration and resource management techniques.
Knowledge of and ability to: accurately and completely fill out forms and/or reports.
Skill and ability to: to perform basic carpentry skills, including but not limited to boardwalk or fence repairs; communicate with the public; coordinate, supervise and manage park volunteer/CSO program; perform basic mechanical skills, including but not limited to, oil changes or troubleshooting and minor repairs; perform basic equipment maintenance skills, including but not limited to, sharpen chainsaws or lawn mower blades or replacing lawn mower blades.
Ability to: work outside in extreme conditions, including but not limited to, heat, cold, wind, rain, etc. as well as continuously work outdoors in conditions of extremely high humidity, heat, sunlight and exposure to insects, snakes, etc.; participate in Resource Management activities, including but not limited to, fire management or non-native plant and/or animal removal; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; plan and prepare educational and interpretive materials and programs; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations and policies; work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays; maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain a valid driver’s license; successfully complete a background and fingerprint check; successfully meet position-specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Successfully complete fingerprinting check
- Successful completion of annual moderate pack test
Passing of moderate pack test must be completed prior to employment, and annually thereafter. Prior to being hired, applicant will be given a single opportunity to take and successfully complete a supervised moderate pack test at a date and location to be announced. Pack test requires applicant to complete a two mile walk while carrying 25 pounds in under 30 minutes.
- 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.
