PARK RANGER
Tallahassee, FL Tallahassee, FL $2,730 a month $2,730 a month 15 hours ago 15 hours ago 15 hours ago Requisition No:
808295 Agency:
Environmental Protection Working Title:
PARK RANGER - 37000935 Position Number:
37000935 Salary:
$2,730.
00 monthly Posting Closing Date:
08/07/2023 Park Ranger State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection 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 RANGER (37000935) - RESIDENCY REQUIRED TALLAHASSEE/ST.
MARKS GEO PARKS This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, hardworking individual with strong leadership and communication skills to fill the position of Park Ranger at the Tallahassee/St Marks Geo Parks.
This position provides visitor service, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management at Lake Talquin State Park.
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 selected candidate will be required to reside on park property in a 3-bedroom mobile home.
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 Talquin State Park 14850 Jack Vause Landing Road Tallahassee, Florida, 32310 Lake Talquin State Park is nestled on the bluffs of Lake Talquin, an 8,850-acre impoundment of the Ochlockonee River.
Located just west of Tallahassee, this park offers numerous recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and boating.
A large, covered pavilion is great for events and picnics.
The boat ramp provides access to a premier fishing destination in the Florida Panhandle.
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:
$2,730.
00 monthly / $32,760.
00 annually Your
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 teh state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employee duly found responsible, or predominately responsibe, for failure to comply.
VISITOR SERVICES - Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions.
Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations.
Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours, walks, and campfire programs.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Implements ecological burning plan for fire type plant communities; recognizes communities, utilizes control burning techniques and maintains fire lanes.
Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire.
Implements vegetation and wildfire 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 - Constructs, maintains and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities.
Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.
ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitors use, visitor contacts, patrols wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat, and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc.
Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs.
Answer telephone reconciliation of receipts.
PROTECTION - Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor.
OTHER - Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Carpentry, electrical and mechanical repairs General maintenance of facilities and equipment Good public relations and ability to deal with people effectively Resource management techniques and ability to participate in all aspsects of resource management Basic prescribed/wildfire concepts SKILL IN:
Using various hand tools Small engines Using power tools Operations of vehicles ABILITY TO:
Handle computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts Participate in all facets of resource management Communicate effectively verbally, and in writing Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays Understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations and policies Effectively work with others Identify and investigate problems Conduct various environmental and cultural history interpretive programs and services Learn two-way radio communication equipment Maintain a valid driver license Successfully complete ranger academy Successfully complete a background and fingerprint check Reside on park property Minimum
Qualifications:
Valid Driver's License 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@dep.
state.
fl.
us Contact:
Randy Rabon, Assistant Park Manager Randy.
Rabon@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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
808295 Agency:
Environmental Protection Working Title:
PARK RANGER - 37000935 Position Number:
37000935 Salary:
$2,730.
00 monthly Posting Closing Date:
08/07/2023 Park Ranger State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection 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 RANGER (37000935) - RESIDENCY REQUIRED TALLAHASSEE/ST.
MARKS GEO PARKS This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, hardworking individual with strong leadership and communication skills to fill the position of Park Ranger at the Tallahassee/St Marks Geo Parks.
This position provides visitor service, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management at Lake Talquin State Park.
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 selected candidate will be required to reside on park property in a 3-bedroom mobile home.
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 Talquin State Park 14850 Jack Vause Landing Road Tallahassee, Florida, 32310 Lake Talquin State Park is nestled on the bluffs of Lake Talquin, an 8,850-acre impoundment of the Ochlockonee River.
Located just west of Tallahassee, this park offers numerous recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and boating.
A large, covered pavilion is great for events and picnics.
The boat ramp provides access to a premier fishing destination in the Florida Panhandle.
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:
$2,730.
00 monthly / $32,760.
00 annually Your
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 teh state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employee duly found responsible, or predominately responsibe, for failure to comply.
VISITOR SERVICES - Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions.
Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations.
Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours, walks, and campfire programs.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Implements ecological burning plan for fire type plant communities; recognizes communities, utilizes control burning techniques and maintains fire lanes.
Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire.
Implements vegetation and wildfire 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 - Constructs, maintains and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities.
Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.
ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitors use, visitor contacts, patrols wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat, and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc.
Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs.
Answer telephone reconciliation of receipts.
PROTECTION - Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor.
OTHER - Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Carpentry, electrical and mechanical repairs General maintenance of facilities and equipment Good public relations and ability to deal with people effectively Resource management techniques and ability to participate in all aspsects of resource management Basic prescribed/wildfire concepts SKILL IN:
Using various hand tools Small engines Using power tools Operations of vehicles ABILITY TO:
Handle computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts Participate in all facets of resource management Communicate effectively verbally, and in writing Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays Understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations and policies Effectively work with others Identify and investigate problems Conduct various environmental and cultural history interpretive programs and services Learn two-way radio communication equipment Maintain a valid driver license Successfully complete ranger academy Successfully complete a background and fingerprint check Reside on park property Minimum
Qualifications:
Valid Driver's License 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@dep.
state.
fl.
us Contact:
Randy Rabon, Assistant Park Manager Randy.
Rabon@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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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