OPS PARK RANGER - 1

Ops Park Ranger Oscar Scherer State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an Ops Park Ranger position, providing visitor services, and administration skills. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently when required. This position is 40 hours per week. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Florida's natural and cultural resources Basic arithmetic Good public relations Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing 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 relationships Speak in public 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 Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays Successfully complete background and fingerprint check Maintain a valid driver's license Properly wear uniform Comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions Minimum qualifications: Valid Driver's license. Position of Special Trust Requirement: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. Pay: $15 an hour Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. Where You Will Work: Oscar Scherer State Park 1843 S. Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: OPS/Seasonal/Part Time Benefits Language: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes: Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial). Flexible Spending Accounts. And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit *Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours on average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements. Special Notes DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. Florida Jobs