Park Services & Volunteer Coordinator

Florida; Hobe Sound (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a Park Services Specialist at Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Hobe Sound, FL. The role combines visitor services, maintenance, administration and resource management to support two state parks and a volunteer program.

Responsibilities include coordinating volunteers, overseeing park operations, and delivering programs and education for visitors, while working rotating shifts and complying with state requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource protection and restoration.
• Knowledge of the principles of effective volunteer programs.
• Skill in computer equipment and appropriate software.
• Skill in use of office equipment; written and verbal communication; public speaking.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to prepare and conduct training and education programs.
• Ability to operate and maintain gas powered equipment and perform physical labor.
• Ability to research and write grants.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, logs, and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including extreme conditions.
• Ability to develop educational programs.
• Ability to coordinate projects or special events.

Responsibilities

• Administers a comprehensive volunteer program and coordinates volunteers.

Skills

resource protection

volunteer program principles

computer skills

office equipment

written & verbal communication

public speaking

planning & prioritization

training programs

grants writing

educational programs

coordination of projects/events

Tools

PBS system

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a Park Services Specialist at Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Hobe Sound, FL. The role combines visitor services, maintenance, administration and resource management to support two state parks and a volunteer program.

Responsibilities include coordinating volunteers, overseeing park operations, and delivering programs and education for visitors, while working rotating shifts and complying with state requirements.