Resident Assistant Park Manager - Ses - 37001885

Requisition No: 801186 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37001885

Position Number: 37001885 

Salary:  $2,964 month/$35,568 annual 

Posting Closing Date: 05/18/2023 

RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER

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:

Gasparilla Island Administration is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an Assistant Park Manager position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. This position requires a high energy, dedicated, innovative person who is committed to protecting and interpreting Florida’s natural and cultural resources. The incumbent must have experience in the management of personnel and knowledge of agency policies.  The incumbent will work with the Park Manager to supervise park operations at four locations (Gasparilla Island, Cayo Costa, Stump Pass Beach and Don Pedro. and ensure agency standards are met. This position with the Park Manager supervises 8 full time employees, 6 part time employees. Residency in the park is required in a 2-bedroom/ 1-bathroom house provided by the state located on Cayo Costa. The applicant must be able to operate motorized boats in all weather conditions

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:

Gasparilla Island State Park

880 Belcher Road

Boca Grande, Florida 33921

Separated from the mainland by Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound, this island is part of a chain of Gulf Coast barrier islands.  Swimming, snorkeling, fishing and nature study are popular activities that can be accessed at any of the five parking lots.  The park is located on the south end of Gasparilla Island on the Boca Grande Causeway (private toll) at County Road 775 and Placida.

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:

Base salary: $2, 964 month/$35,568 annual

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.

This is managerial work assisting the Resident Park Manager III in directing the activities of Gasparilla Island Administration, providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Cayo Costa, Gasparilla Island, Don Pedro and Stump Pass Beach State Parks.

 The incumbent of this position exercises independent judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures which have significant impact in personnel administration and/or preparation and administration of budgets.

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.  Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Participates in and supervises the resource management program.  Implements ecological burning plan for fire type plant communities; recognizes communities, utilizes control burning techniques and maintains fire lanes.  Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans; recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means.  Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control.  Implements water resources management plans.

MAINTENANCE - Identifies maintenance needs through daily inspections.  Maintains maintenance schedules and supervises the staff to assure maintenance on a daily, weekly and yearly basis is regularly performed.  Supervises and assists with the maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment.  Constructs, maintains, and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities.  Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.

ADMINISTRATION - Participates in employee training, supervision and discipline.  Supervises the staff in fiscal, purchasing, and property procedures and policies.  Participates in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement and maintains good employee relations.  Coordinates work schedules and assignments.  Checks reports, fee collection, and miscellaneous records prepared by the staff.

PROTECTION - Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all facilities and resources, and use thereof, for the enjoyment of the visitor.  Prepares and implements the Park Protection Plan in accordance with Operations Policy Manual.

OTHER– Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Florida Park Service management, operations, and mission
• building maintenance and construction techniques
• cultural and natural resource management techniques
• general maintenance of facilities and equipment

SKILL IN:

• personnel management and leadership
• determining work priorities, assigning work, and ensuring proper completion of assignments
• use of computers and related software
• use of a variety of hand tools, small engines, power tools, and large equipment

ABILITY TO:

• participate in all aspects of resource management, including prescribed fire
• supervise people
• provide effective leadership
• provide training for career service, volunteer, OPS and AmeriCorps staff
• provide visitor assistance services
• effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• prepare and maintain schedules and work reports
• work independently
• work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations and policies
• maintain a valid driver license
• reside on park property

Minimum Qualifications:

• Do you possess a valid Florida class E driver license or out-of-state class equivalent driver license? 

Preferred criteria:

Ability to handle motorized watercraft up to 32 feet.

SUPERVISOR: Bryon Maxwell, Park Manager

Bryon Maxwell @FloridaDEP.gov

(941)809-0318

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@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.