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Requisition No:854235
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: PARK RANGER -
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $33760.00
Posting Closing Date: 06/17/2025
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PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
This position is located in Fort Pierce Florida
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
PARK RANGER # (non-resident)
FORT PIERCE INLET STATE PARK
905 Shorewinds Drive
Fort Pierce Florida 34949
Fort Pierce Inlet 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.
DUTIES 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. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via tours walks and campfire programs.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Implements ecological burn plan for fire type plant communities; recognizes plant communities and maintains fire lanes. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects such as reforestation and erosion control. Implements water resources management plan.
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 ATVs motor vehicles up to 2-ton class hauling debris fill etc.
ADMINISTRATION
Uses computer software programs to prepare forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including but not limited to 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. Performs computer and cash register transactions. 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.
Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- computers including Word and Excel software
KNOWLEDGE OF AND ABILITY TO:
- perform routine inspections
- identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipment
- handle computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation of receipts
- accurately and completely fill out forms and/or reports
SKILL IN:
- utilizing motor vehicles
- effective customer service and conflict resolution
SKILL IN AND ABILITY TO:
- perform basic carpentry skills including but not limited to boardwalk or fence repairs
- perform basic plumbing skills including but not limited to repairing hose bibs irrigation systems or waterline repairs
- perform basic electrical skills including but not limited to switching out a breaker or a receptacle
- perform basic mechanical skills including but not limited to oil changes or troubleshooting a fuel system
- perform basic building maintenance including but not limited to painting or changing air filters
- perform basic facilities maintenance skills including but not limited to cleaning public restrooms trash removal or beach cleanup
- perform basic equipment maintenance skills including but not limited to sharpen chainsaw or lawn mower blades or replacing lawn mower blades
- perform public speaking in small and large groups
- utilize a computer and software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
- tactfully and effectively enforce rules policies and procedures
- efficiently and accurately perform cash register transactions including cash handling and making correct change
ABILITY TO:
- successfully complete background and fingerprint check
- successfully complete ranger academy
- follow verbal and written instructions
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- prepare reports
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- perform physical labor utilizing power/electrical/gas tools and equipment
- deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful efficient and courteous manner
- understand and apply rules directives policies laws and regulations
- work rotating shifts including nights holidays and weekends
- maintain a valid driver license
- develop and conduct interpretive programs
- work outside in extreme conditions including but not limited to heat cold wind rain etc. as well as continuously work outdoors in conditions of extremely high humidity heat sunlight and exposure to insects snakes etc.
- participate in resource management activities including but not limited to reforestation or non-native plant and/or animal removal
- lift 40 pounds
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid driver license
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.
Pay:
$2813.33 monthly/$33760.00 annually
Our Organization and Mission:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Floridas position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the states 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:
FORT PIERCE INLET STATE PARK
905 Shorewinds Drive
Fort Pierce Florida 34949
The shores and coastal waters at this park provide an abundance of recreational opportunities.
Dynamite Point was once the training site for World War II Navy Frogmen but is now a haven for bird-watchers.
Along the south end of the park Fort Pierce Inlet is a popular place for anglers to catch their dinners. Jack Island Preserve located 1 mile north of the park has trails for hiking bicycling and nature study.
At the west end of the Marsh Rabbit Run Trail visitors can climb an observation tower for a birds-eye view of the Indian River and the island.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The States 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:
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 a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at . DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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-). 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.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295 Florida Statutescandidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7 Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Employment Type
Full-Time
