OPS PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST

Florida Department of Environmental Protection; Jensen Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A state environmental agency in Florida is seeking a self-motivated OPS Park Services Specialist at Savannas Preserve State Park. This role involves providing visitor services, maintaining park facilities, managing resources, and performing security duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong landscaping skills and be able to work independently in an outdoor environment. A valid driver's license is required, plus the ability to handle physical labor and work varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Florida's natural and cultural resources.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Participate in resource management tasks including application of herbicide.

Responsibilities

• Provide visitor services and resolve complaints.
• Maintain park facilities through inspections and repairs.
• Implement resource management plans and collect data.
• Perform security checks and ensure adherence to park rules.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Operating cash register

Grounds maintenance

Utilizing power tools

Basic plumbing skills

Basic electrical work

Basic carpentry

Education

Valid driver's license

Job description

OPS PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37970901

Savannas Preserve State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an OPS Park Ranger position. The applicant must possess good landscaping skills, exceptional visitor service, and a strong work ethic. The applicant will work with other members of the team, or independently.

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 Savannas Preserve 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 presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance. Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plans. Collects and records resource management data.

MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests and accidents. Answers telephone, 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.

Performs related work as required

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, including but not limited to, mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chainsaws and drills
• basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs and water line repair
• basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers
• basic carpentry, including but not limited to, software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite

ABILITY TO:

• participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to, 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
• 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
• participate in prescribed burns upon completion of work capacity analysis
• lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies weighing 100 pounds or more
• work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• properly wear uniform

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license