PARK RANGER - 1, Homosassa

Park Ranger

This is moderately independent work providing visitor services, resource management, maintenance, administration, and protection of Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park. This position is assigned to the wildlife care operation of the park. 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 unit specific services via boat/tram tours, guided walks, and lecture programs. Provides visitor services in conjunction with other parks staff and volunteers.MAINTENANCE - Maintain 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. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - 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; recognizes communities and maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects. Collects and records resource management data.ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests and accidents. Answer's 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. Answer's correspondence and maintains park files.PROTECTION - 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.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF: Florida's natural and cultural resources Basic arithmetic Good public relations Working with sick/injured wildlife General maintenance and mechanical techniques and repairs SKILL IN: Communicating effectively verbally and in writing Operating a cash register and reconciling receipts Accurately preparing reports Interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner Performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting Utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills Basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repair Basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers Basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs Utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office SuiteABILITY TO: Participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant Removal which may include application of herbicide Perform animal husbandry for resident Wildlife (Class I, II and III) Follow verbal and written instructions/directions Work independently with minimal supervision Establish and maintain effective working relationships Speak in public Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations Conduct routine inspections, identify and investigate problems Clean park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trash Work outdoors in inclement weather, including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain, high humidity and sunlight Work with exposure to insects, dangerous animals, snakes Work in an environment with animal waste and the potential for zoonotic diseases Perform physical labor Lift 50 pounds and assist in transporting animals, items or other supplies 100 pounds or more Conduct interpretive programs on a daily basis Work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities Operate boats and trams/trucks Provide visitor assistance services Operate two-way radio Properly wear uniformMinimum Qualifications: Valid Driver's License Completion of Ranger Academy Work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays Take and pass CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment 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 advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy.Where You Will Work: Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park 4150 S Suncoast Blvd. Homosassa, FL 34446 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's 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 cial 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 accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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.