Ops Park Services Specialist - 37971605

Requisition No: 832087

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37971605

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37971605

Salary: $15.00 hr

Posting Closing Date: 07/11/2024

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OPS PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

OPS Job Vacancy

Open Competitive

Closing date: 07.11.2024

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

OPS PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37971605

An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, with strong facility management, visitor services, protection, and maintenance experience to fill an OPS Park Services Specialist position at Hontoon Island State Park located in Deland. This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining resource management activities and for establishing and maintaining good public relations and for carrying out a public information program, developing and coordinating private and governmental manpower and financial support systems, visitor service programs, and professional training programs for the park.

Contact: Devin Whitney, Park Manager

386.736.5309 or Devin.Whitney@floridadep.gov

The Difference You Will Make:

Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to the Real Florida.

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiency. 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:

Hontoon Island State Park

2309 River Ridge Road

Deland, FL 32720

Welcome to Hontoon Island State Park, a true island located on the St. Johns River, southwest of DeLand.

It is surrounded by waterways with the St. Johns River to the north and east, the Hontoon Dead River to the west and Snake Creek to the south. Recreational activities include hiking, biking, camping, paddling, fishing, picnicking and wildlife viewing. We have 8 miles of trails, with 6 miles that are bike friendly and the full 8 miles available for hiking/walking.

Click the attached link to learn more about this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/hontoon-island-state-park

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees

• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;

• Flexible Spending Accounts;

For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

• Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements

Pay:

$15.00 per hr

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Participates in planning and conducting resource management activities by implementing resource management techniques required to manage and restore natural communities. Researches the history of a division facility, both cultural and natural and develops plans for restoration and implementation. Gathers and maintains natural and cultural resources files, artifact inventories, and coordinates and participates in appropriate preservation of cultural resources.

Plans and coordinates the development of interpretive programs, recreational skills programs and special events in a park. Develops and presents guided walks, campfire, recreational skills and other visitor services programs to park visitors, educational groups, and other citizen groups. Plans, researches, coordinates and conducts environmental education programs in a park.

Coordinates a Park's volunteer and/or manpower augmentation program. Serves as liaison with park's Citizen Support Organization. Serves as liaison with the Department of Corrections inmate labor program

Administers the public information program of a park. Serves as park spokesperson participating in public speaking engagements.

Identifies broadcast and print media interests, cultivates positive media relations and promotes media coverage of the park. Designs, researches and develops park specific literature for public dissemination. Represents the park and Florida Park Service to outside agencies and organizations, disseminating information and promoting outdoor recreational opportunities provided by the park.

Supervises and assists with the maintenance of buildings, roads, bridges, trails, water and wastewater systems, vehicles, equipment, etc.

Participates in administrative tasks including reports, fee collection, purchasing and other miscellaneous duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Florida ecosystems and resource management techniques required to manage/restore natural communities; cultural resources preservation and restoration techniques; technical report writing and effective verbal and written communication principles and techniques.

Skill in: producing photographs, slides and multimedia presentations; the use of digital and other multimedia equipment.

Ability to: research, plan and prepare educational, interpretive and promotional materials and programs; compile, organize and analyze data, and proposed projects; work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays; effectively present programs and speak in public forums; work with reservation system; operate a variety of motorized boats 30' or less; complete an approved boating safety course and obtain a Boating Safety Education Identification Card issued by the FWC within 6 months of employment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; operate personal computer.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license

• Successful completion of fingerprinting/background check

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). 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 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.

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us

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 (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.