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MyFlorida OPS PARK RANGER - 37970373 in CLERMONT, Florida
OPS PARK RANGER - 37970373
Date: Mar 4, 2025
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Requisition No: 847826
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37970373
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37970373
Salary: $15.00 hr
Posting Closing Date: 03/19/2025
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OPS PARK RANGER
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Job Vacancy
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Closing Date: 03.19.2025
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 Ranger- 37970373
An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, detail oriented & hard-working individual, to fill a cabin custodian (housekeeping) position at Lake Louisa State Park located in Clermont, Florida. This Park offers hiking, picnicking, a swimming area, playground, cabins and campsite rentals plus paddle craft rentals and horseback tours via the park’s concessionaire. Incumbent would be responsible for cleaning cabins after guests leave.
Contact: Kyle Blair, Assistant Park Manager
352.394.3969. Travis.Blair@dep.state.fl.us
The Difference You Will Make:
The Division of Recreation and Parks provides resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting, and restoring natural and cultural resources. 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. SM
How You Will Grow:
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:
Lake Louisa State Park
7305 US Highway 27
Clermont, FL 34714
The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox squirrel and flighted creatures like bald eagles and osprey.
The park is home to 11 distinct natural plant communities and lies within the eastern boundary of the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern and the northern boundary of the Lake Wales Ridge.
The park’s three major lakes, Louisa, Hammond and Dixie, transform idle observers into active participants with opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Bicycling is popular on the park’s seven miles of paved roads over rolling hills and on the 20 miles of unpaved multi-use trails.
Click on the link to preview this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/lake-louisa-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 (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/)
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (Corebridgefinancial.com) (https://opsfl.aigrs.com/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan) 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 hour-paid bi-weekly
Your Specific Responsibilities:
VISITOR SERVICES – Cleans and sanitizes cabins after visitor use. Washes, folds and prepares laundry. 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.
MAINTENANCE – Occasional repair of screens, replacement of lightbulbs, and basic household maintenance. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities associated with cabins.
ADMINISTRATION - Operates radio equipment, personal computers and maintains written logs.
PROTECTION - Ensures Park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for enjoyment of the visitor.
Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge: Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing techniques; Knowledge of Florida Park Service.
Skill: Skill in operating trucks and golf carts. Skill in cleaning techniques.
Abilityto work rotating shifts including nights, holidays and weekends; Communicate verbally and in writing; Perform physical labor including carrying bins weighing up to 40 pounds up 2 flights of stairs. Utilizing power/electrical/gas tools and equipment; Ability to perform routine inspections; Identify and investigate problems and maintain facilities, restrooms, grounds, and equipment; Deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner; Ability to work outdoors with exposure to elements and wildlife; Ability to work a rotating schedule, Ability to work well with others; Deal with people and maintain good public relations; Enforce rules and regulations; Prepare and keep accurate reports; Follow verbal and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations; Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications:
Valid driver’s license
Successful completion of background/fingerprint check
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. 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 also 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.
Location:
CLERMONT, FL, US, 34714
Nearest Major Market:Orlando