Park Ranger: Interpretive Tours & Resource Management

Florida; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a Visitor Services Ranger for Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West. This role blends visitor information, safety, and resource protection in a coastal setting.

You will explain park facilities, handle admissions, perform maintenance, support interpretive programs, and ensure compliance with park rules. A valid driver’s license and ranger academy completion are required; shifts include nights, holidays, and

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion of ranger academy.

Responsibilities

• Explain facilities and services to the public and provide information and directions.
• Resolve visitor complaints and maintain good public relations.
• Perform vegetation and wildlife management tasks and assist in site restoration.
• Construct, maintain and repair facilities and operate related equipment.
• Prepare forms and reports, handle money, and balance cash receipts.
• Enforce park rules and develop interpretive programs.

Skills

Public interaction

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public relations

Cash handling

Education

Ranger academy completion

Tools

Point of sale systems

Cash registers

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a Visitor Services Ranger for Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West. This role blends visitor information, safety, and resource protection in a coastal setting.

You will explain park facilities, handle admissions, perform maintenance, support interpretive programs, and ensure compliance with park rules. A valid driver’s license and ranger academy completion are required; shifts include nights, holidays, and