PARK RANGER - 37000765

Requisition No : 862394

Agency : Environmental Protection

Working Title : PARK RANGER - 37000765

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 37000765

Salary : $34,760.00

Posting Closing Date : 10 / 17 / 2025

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PARK RANGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Key Largo, Florida

Position Overview and Responsibilities :

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.

VISITOR SERVICES - 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. Collects fees and balances a cash drawer for admission to facilities and tours. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via guided tours, campfire programs and recreational skills programs. Operates a variety of office equipment including POS cash register, adding machine, credit card machine, computer, copier etc.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Recognizes plant communities. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plan. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via physical, natural and chemical means. Operates boats up to 30' with outboard engines.

MAINTENANCE - Constructs, maintains and repairs small buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities. Operates a variety of equipment including chainsaws, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, blowers, ATVs, motor vehicles up to 2-ton class hauling debris, fill, etc., including attending appropriate training to securing valid certificates. Maintains the physical ability to assist in transporting lumber, supplies, etc., equivalent to 50 pounds singly and 100 pounds jointly. Maintains the underwater areas of the park.

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contacts, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Answers telephone, operates radio equipment and maintains logs.

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

May volunteer to dive.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

KNOWLEDGE OF AND ABILITY TO :

• perform routine inspections
• identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipment
• perform basic arithmetic
• perform general maintenance and mechanical techniques and repairs

SKILL IN :

ABILITY TO :

Minimum Qualifications :

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.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications :

Pay :

$2,896.67 plus $95.33 Competitive Area Differential Monthly / $34,760.00 annually

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 :

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

Mile Marker 102.5 Overseas Highway

Key Largo, Florida 33037

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 :

Special Notes :

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. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.

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