PARK RANGER - 37002400
Requisition No:
372041
Agency:
Environmental Protection
Working Title:
PARK RANGER - 37002400
Position Number:
37002400
Salary:
$27,000.00
Posting Closing Date:
05/21/2021
DIVISION OF RECREATION AND PARKS
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
CLASS TITLE:
Park Ranger
POSITION NUMBER:
37002400
BASE SALARY:
$ 27,000
LOCATION:
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
8899 Cape San Blas Road
Port St. Joe, Florida 32456
CONTACT:
Jonathan Dillard, Assistant Park Manager
850-227-1327
Jonathan.M.Dillard@FloridaDEP.gov
CLOSING DATE:
5/21/2021
ADVERTISING METHOD:
X INTERNAL EMAIL X PEOPLE FIRST SYSTEM
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is looking for a self-motivated, dedicated, and passionate park service professional to fill a vacant Park Ranger position.
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park suffered severe damages from Hurricane Michael and redevelopment and reconstruction efforts are in progress. When fully re-opened the park will have:
9 miles of beach & bay access shoreline, multiple beach day use areas, Multiple Nature Trails, a 1,700 Acre Wilderness Preserve, 2 full service family campgrounds, a separate youth/group campsite area, 7 primitive wilderness campsites, 8 full use cabins, a full-service boat ramp, and high day use visitation.
Currently the park is open for day use, allowing visitors access to:
Gulf Beachside, St. Joseph Bay Access , kayak launch, boat ramp & marina access, a 1 mile loop nature trail, concession service, and 9 miles of beach shoreline for walking/fishing/nature viewing. The park is home to numerous important and protected cultural & archaeological sites and is one of the most prominent state parks for imperiled species protection including many shorebird species and is a prominent sea turtle nesting site. The Joseph Peninsula State Park team also manages the Constitution Convention Museum State Park in Port St. Joe.
The applicant must possess good public relations skills, be able to work both independently and as part of a large team unit, can perform or learn 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, maintain a valid Class E driver license, successfully complete ranger academy, and pass a background and fingerprint check.
DUTIES AND
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 moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of St. Joseph Peninsula State Park.
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 cavern tours, presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT . Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance. Learns to identify invasive exotic plant species and how to safely and effectively remove them. Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park. Participates in the FPS Prescribed burning program.
MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment, vehicles, and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met. Learns basic skills to troubleshoot and maintain campsite and overall park facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.
ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests, and incidents. Answers telephone calls and operates park radio, computer, and various office equipment. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions and reconciles receipts. Orders, sells and inventories resale merchandise. Answers correspondence and maintains park files.
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 Performs other related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Florida s natural and cultural resources
- Basic arithmetic
- Good public relations including education through interpretation
- Customer Service
SKILL IN:
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- Operating as member of team unit
- Operating a cash register and reconciling receipts
- Accurately preparing reports
- Interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
- Performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
- Utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and 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 Office 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 verbal and written instructions/directions
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Establish and maintain effective working & team relationships
- Speak in public & give presentations or interpretive programs
- Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
- Conduct routine inspections, 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
- Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
- Successfully complete Ranger Academy
- Maintain a valid driver's license
- Properly wear uniform
- Comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions
- Learn & become proficient in less experienced skillsets/areas
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of and experience in:
Customer Service, Natural Resources, Outdoor Work.
Working hours:
VARIES, 40 hours per week with rotating weekends and holidays
Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):
Florida Class E driver s license or an out-of-state class equivalent driver s license
Other job-related requirements for this position:
In accordance with sections 110.1127 & 435.04, F.S. & DEP directive 422 (Background investigation), is required to successfully complete a background & fingerprint check. Take and pass CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online. Go directly to People First
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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. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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