Park services Specialist

Requisition No: 36968

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37020551

Position Number: 37020551

Salary: $2,333.34 per month

Posting Closing Date: 06/22/2018
DIVISION OF RECREATION AND PARKS

JOB VACANCY

INTERNAL AGENCY

Internal Agency Opportunity - Accepting applications from only those employees currently employed in the agency.

CLASS TITLE:

PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST – FIRE POSITION

POSITION NUMBER:

37020551

BASE SALARY:

$2,333.34/Month

LOCATION:

Manatee Springs State Park

11650 NW 115 Street

Chiefland, FL 32626

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Mark Abrizenski, Park Manager

352-493-6737

ADVERTISING METHOD: XX INTERNAL EMAIL _ NEWSPAPER

XX PEOPLEFIRST SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Manatee Springs State Park is looking for a self-motivated, well organized park service professional to fill a Park Services Specialist position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management (particularly Prescribed Burning).

The applicant must possess excellent visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and can 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 individual in this position will be expected to provide excellent customer service and deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful and courteous manner.

Additionally, this position involves management of a large volunteer program (recruitment, job descriptions, placement, orientation, training, schedules and evaluations), interpretive / educational programs, public outreach, special events and interface with Citizen Support Organization.

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. In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This is a specialized professional position working in research, planning, development and implementation of resource management, visitor services, interpretive and recreational programs and projects including coordination of programs and projects sponsored by a Citizen Support Organization. Duties and responsibilities encompass all properties associated with Manatee Springs Administration (aka Suwannee Basin GEOpark).

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Participates in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire. Observes, maintains and protects the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Participates in vegetative and wildlife management plans and activities, including non-native invasive species removal. Collects and records resource management data and submits related reports.

VISITOR SERVICES- Answers public inquiries and assists with visitors as needed. Coordinates all aspects of the parks’ volunteer program including job descriptions, selection of volunteers, orientation, training, monitoring and evaluation and all related documentation and reports. Acts as liaison between volunteers and park manager. Assists Park Manager with Citizen Support Organization management.

MAINTENANCE- Performs and assists in park Maintenance Sensitivity program. Plans and implements universal accessibility projects. Operates a variety of park maintenance equipment including tractors, mowers, chain saws, and various other skilled trade tools.

ADMINISTRATION- Completes time entry, data entry, a variety of monthly and quarterly reports as assigned and follows proper purchasing procedures and guidelines. Plans, organizes and conducts in-service training programs to meet the needs of the park staff.

PROTECTION- Assists park management with attaining voluntary compliance of park rules, monitors visitor behavior, assists in accident reports and management of incidents.

Performs related park work as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

Knowledge of:

principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications including but not limited to technical writing
administrative and operational principles and practices including universal accessibility;
Florida ecosystems
resource management techniques required to manage/restore natural communities
native and non-native plants
cultural resources preservation & restoration

Skill in:

computer operation and applications

Ability to:

successfully meet position-specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire
understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports and other written documents
utilize problem solving techniques
work independently
coordinate and conduct training meetings
recruit, train & manage volunteer program
prepare and maintain reports and records
communicate effectively verbally and in writing
establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
maintain a valid driver's license
successfully complete a background check with fingerprinting
work outdoors in inclement weather
properly wear uniform
comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions plan, coordinate & oversee fundraising activities & grant writing
plan, organize & conduct special events

Preferred Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

Knowledge of: campground operations

Ability to: work well under pressure and handle multiple priorities

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of annual moderate pack test. Prior to being hired, applicant will be given a single opportunity to take and successfully complete a supervised moderate pack test at a date and location to be announced. Pack test requires applicant to complete a two-mile walk while carrying 25lbs in 30 minutes or less.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates 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.

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