Park Ranger

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment Do you want low and no cost health insurance options If you answered yes to any of these questions you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

The Parks Recreation and Community Services Department is actively seeking two (2) Park Ranger.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well In addition to health insurance dental vision life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

• Maintains the cleanliness of the grounds and the facilities.
• Clears trails trims vegetation paints park facilities and signposts collects trash and other maintenance activities.
• Maintain and clean restrooms and shower facilities to include stocking of toilet paper and cleaning supplies.
• Explains facilities and services provided for public use greets visitors answers questions collects fees assists with answering phones makes reservations and provides information and directions.
• Coordinates assistance for injured wildlife.
• Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees receipts visitor use accidents equipment logs purchasing documents and rental agreements.
• Advises visitors concerning safety fire prevention proper and authorized uses of recreational facilities; inspects facilities and checks for compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to parking campfires noise level sanitation and safety; brings problems or violations to the attention of visitors and if appropriate issues notices of violations .
• Performs minor first aid duties and follows through with proper emergency procedures in the event of more serious incidents.
• Upholds regulations regarding park use patrols campgrounds directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Works outside in the cold and extreme heat and in areas where potentially dangerous animals/plants may be present.
• Responds to emergency calls and investigates accidents complaints disturbances and other problems.
• Explains regulations to park visitors and provides information and advice on park activities amenities wildlife ecosystems as well as cultural historical and/or natural resources history and location.
• Maintains safety of small buildings fences trails service roads fire lanes boardwalks campsites picnic sites boat ramps docks and all other necessary facilities. Assists with wildlife and plant management as needed which may include monitoring evaluating and handling the resource.
• Operates standard office equipment such as telephones motor vehicles personal computers cash register credit card machine assortment of machinery and tools such as chain saws and backhoes.
• Operates a motor vehicle to conduct field inspections.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonvilles competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of office and cash handling practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of general maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of rules regulations principles and procedures governing construction and maintenance activities at a public park.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and occupational hazards for construction and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of first aid principles and methods and skill in their application.
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining maintenance and revenue records and reports.
• Skill in operating equipment tools and vehicles.
• Ability to operate and maintain public parks and related facilities and equipment under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate telephones motor vehicles personal computers assortment of machinery and tools such as chain saws backhoes cash register credit card machine and standard office equipment.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles.
• Ability to prepare written reports using word processing applications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform minor first aid duties and follow through with proper emergency procedures in the event of more serious incidents.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time walking bending lifting objects more than 50 weight sedentary work as well as work in outdoor environments.
• Ability to work a rotating shift including events weekends and holidays.

OPEN REQUIREMENTS:

• One years combination of education and/or experience in cash handling and customer service is required.
• One year of experience in park operations ecology natural resource management general maintenance is preferred.
• Must be able to perform manual labor read write and communicate in English.

• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.
• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonvilles Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

• A valid drivers license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
• Must qualify for prior to appointment obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR/AED certification within six (6) months of hire.

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.Apply at . Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education a copy of your college transcript with your social blacked out is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official but must state your name the schools name classes taken grades received type of degree and date degree was conferred.

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Certain servicemembers and veterans and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veterans preference you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable the additional forms as noted here: a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veterans preference he or she may file a written complaint within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311-K

Largo FL 33778-1630

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