St. George Island State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Ranger position providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently, and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. 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. Develops and provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – 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. 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. OTHER – Performs other related duties 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 which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing and painting utilizing power tools, including but not limited to chain saws and drills basic plumbing including but not limited to repairing hose bibs and waterline repair basic electrical work including but not limited to replacing outlets and circuit breakers basic carpentry including but not limited to boardwalk and fence repairs utilize a computer including but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite ABILITY TO: participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide successfully meet position-specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire follow verbal and written instructions/directions work independently with minimal supervision establish and maintain effective working relationships speak in public understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations 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 lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays successfully complete Ranger Academy maintain a valid driver's license properly wear uniform comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions Minimum Qualifications: Valid Driver’s License Successfully complete ranger academy Take and pass CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment 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. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F. S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Preferred Qualifications: Prescribed burning experience Knowledge of laws pertaining to the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Ability to diagnose small and/or large engine problems Pay: Base salary $2,896.67 month/$34,760.00 annual 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: St. George Island State Park comprises the eastern 9 miles of St. George Island. The park is situated on the Gulf of America and Apalachicola Bay and 4 miles offshore accessed by the Bryant Patton Bridge. St. George Island State Park manages the John Gorrie State Park Museum and the nearby Orman House Historic State Park in Apalachicola. These three parks are in Franklin County, which has an approximate population of 13,000 permanent residents. 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; Total Compensation Estimator Tool And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit 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: HR - Veterans. Preference@dep.state.fl.us HR - Recruitment@Florida. DEP.gov 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.