OPS PARK RANGER - 37970373

Florida; Florida; Sur place; USD 30 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a cabin custodian to clean cabins after guest departures at Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, Florida. You will also manage laundry, assist visitors, and ensure park facilities are tidy and safe for use.

The role requires physical work, shifting nights/holidays/weekends, and compliance with park rules. A valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and staff.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends.
• Must be able to perform physical labor and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsabilités

• Cleans and sanitizes cabins after visitor use.
• Washes, folds and prepares laundry.
• Explain facilities and services to visitors and provide directions.

Connaissances

Cleaning techniques

Public relations

Verbal/written communication

Physical stamina

Description du poste

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Requisition No:885468

Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37970373

An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, detail-oriented & hard-working individual, to fill a cabin custodian (housekeeping) position at Lake Louisa State Park located in Clermont, Florida. This Park offers hiking, picnicking, a swimming area, playground, cabins and campsite rentals plus paddle craft rentals and horseback tours via the park’s concessionaire.Incumbent would be responsible for cleaning cabins after guests leave.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

VISITOR SERVICES – Cleans and sanitizes cabins after visitor use. Washes, folds and prepares laundry. 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.

MAINTENANCE – Occasional repair of screens, replacement of lightbulbs, and basic household maintenance. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities associated with cabins.

ADMINISTRATION – Operates radio equipment, personal computers and maintains written logs.

PROTECTION – Ensures Park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for enjoyment of the visitor.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge: Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing techniques; Knowledge of Florida Park Service.

Skill: Skill in operating trucks and golf carts. Skill in cleaning techniques.

Ability: to work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends; Communicate verbally and in writing; Perform physical labor including carrying bins weighing up to 40 pounds up 2 flights of stairs. Utilizing power/electrical/gas tools and equipment; Ability to perform routine inspections; Identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities, restrooms, grounds, and equipment; Deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner; Ability to work outdoors with exposure to elements and wildlife; Ability to work a rotating schedule, Ability to work well with others; Deal with people and maintain good public relations; Enforce rules and regulations; Prepare and keep accurate reports; Follow verbal and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations; Perform other duties as assigned. This position is 40 hours per week.

• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of background/fingerprint check

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.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support for knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay:

$15.00 per hour-paid bi-weekly

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. 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 Louisa State Park

7305 US Highway 27

Clermont, FL 34714

The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox squirrel and flighted creatures like bald eagles and osprey.

The park is home to 11 distinct natural plant communities and lies within the eastern boundary of the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern and the northern boundary of the Lake Wales Ridge.

The park’s three major lakes, Louisa, Hammondand Dixie, transformidle observers into active participants with opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Bicycling is popular on the park’s sevenmiles of paved roads over rolling hills and on the 20 miles of unpaved multi-use trails.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours 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 to answer questions through the following email addresses:

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 [phone]. 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 (1-866-663-4735). Notification to 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.

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.

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.

Location:

CLERMONT, FL, US, 34711 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34714 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34715

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.