RESIDENT PARK MANAGER II - SES - 37000633

Requisition No: 884487 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT PARK MANAGER II - SES - 37000633

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37000633 

Salary: $4,106.40/month $49,276.84/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 10/12/2026 

Total Compensation Estimator 

Resident Park Manager II – SES (37000633)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Live Oak, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Compliance with the processing requirement 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. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders

applicable to performing the duties of this position. As supervisory, the incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives.

Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Administers the terms of the collective bargaining agreement and maintains good employee relations. Implements and enforces all laws, rules, operating policies, leases, contracts, agreements, and permits pertaining to this area. Prepares budget requests, provides for effective expenditure of appropriations, supervises the collection of fees, is responsible for all facility and equipment inventories, and implements established policies for fiscal control and accountability. Prepares, implements, and controls the work scheduling and assignments for the staff.

Implements and guides the cultural and resource management plan for the area including ecological burning, water manipulation, native species propagation, erosion control, and exotic plant and animal removal, and adherence to best management practices of all known cultural and/or historic sites and structures.

Provides for resource-based quality recreational opportunities. Implements and supervises the area's interpretive programs. Meets the public, interprets the area's resources, facilities, and services; resolves visitors’ complaints; and provides for good public relations. Coordinates and manages a park Citizens Support Organization and volunteers in support of the park.

Plans, implements, and controls the area's maintenance program. Identifies maintenance needs and provide supervision and management of the staff to maintain the facilities and support equipment for efficient area operation.

Prepares and implements the Park Protection Plan in accordance with the Operations Policy Manual. Ensure park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical, and archaeological facilities and resources, and use thereof, for the enjoyment of the visitor. The duties of this position require the incumbent to reside on the property.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Advanced management principles, practices and techniques

Building maintenance and construction

Mathematical calculations

Park service management and operations principles

Natural resource management practices to include prescribed fire and appropriate methods for control of invasive plants and animals

Florida Park Service Operations Manual

ADA requirements for public facilities

Routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance necessary to meet FPS standards

Quality visitor service and customer relations

SKILLED IN:

Computer operation and applications

ABILITY TO:

Supervise people

Conduct routine inspections

Identify and investigate problems

Assess budgetary needs and manage budgets

Formulate or assist in the formulation of policies and procedures

Determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments

Prepare and maintain schedules and reports

Conduct inspections of park facilities, equipment and grounds

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Plan for utilization and preservation of facilities and resources

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Coordinate and manage a park CSO and volunteers in support of the park

Work with media groups and the public in a tactful and professional manner

Prepare budget requests

Provide for effective expenditures and tracking of appropriations

Operate personal computers

Operate a boat safely

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

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:

$4,106.40/month

$49,276.84/annually

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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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:

Suwannee River State Park

3631 201st Path

Live Oak, FL 32060

On foot or by canoe, experiencing the park’s historical significance is its own timeless reward. At the intersection of the Suwannee and Withlacoochee rivers, patches of rain lilies spring up on earthen mounds built to defend against Union Navy gunboats.

This park is alive with history. Visitors can see remnants of a 19th century steamship and two ghost towns that have been reclaimed by the sandhill wilderness, which is home to diverse and imperiled native species. Look out over the river or stop by Little Gem Spring, and you are treading on storied ground.

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 );
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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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:

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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 us.fitly.work. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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 us.fitly.work). 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.