PARK RANGER - 37002039 1 1

State of Florida

2d • $2,897 • Onsite

About The Position

Gasparilla Island State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Ranger position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. 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. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work at different parks within the Gasparilla Island Administration.

This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Gasparilla Island State Park.

Requirements

• KNOWLEDGE OF: Florida’s natural and cultural resources
• KNOWLEDGE OF: basic arithmetic
• KNOWLEDGE OF: good public relations
• SKILL IN: communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• SKILL IN: operating a cash register and reconciling receipts
• SKILL IN: accurately preparing reports
• SKILL IN: interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• SKILL IN: performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• SKILL IN: utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills
• SKILL IN: basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repair
• SKILL IN: basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers
• SKILL IN: basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs
• SKILL IN: 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
• ABILITY TO: follow verbal and written instructions/directions
• ABILITY TO: work independently with minimal supervision
• ABILITY TO: establish and maintain effective working relationships
• ABILITY TO: speak in public
• ABILITY TO: understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
• ABILITY TO: conduct routine inspections, identify and investigate problems
• ABILITY TO: clean park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trash
• ABILITY TO: work outdoors in inclement weather
• ABILITY TO: perform physical labor
• ABILITY TO: lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more
• ABILITY TO: work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• ABILITY TO: successfully complete ranger academy
• ABILITY TO: maintain a valid driver's license
• ABILITY TO: successfully complete background & fingerprint check
• ABILITY TO: properly wear uniform
• ABILITY TO: operate vessels 18-25 feet
• ABILITY TO: comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed.
• Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire.
• Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance.
• 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.
• Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control.
• Implements water resources management plans.
• Collects and records resource management data.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as required

Benefits

• 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 www.myfrs.com).
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees