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Requisition No: 883208
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS PARK RANGER - 37971260
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37971260
Salary: $15.00 hr
Posting Closing Date: 09/14/2026
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OPS PARK RANGER- 37971260
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
Job Vacancy
Open Competitive
This position is located in Flagler Beach, FL
Closing date: 09.14.2026
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
An opportunity for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, to provide maintenance, visitor services, resource management, administration and park protection for Gamble Rogers Memorial SRA . This park maintains a very high occupancy rate on 68 campsites, and the main duties will focus on routine maintenance, cleaning, and visitor services.
Applicants must possess strong visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently, and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade and maintenance functions using assorted equipment and tools. Duties may include guest assistance, facility upkeep, minor repairs, monitoring park grounds, and supporting daily operations.
The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts, including evenings and holidays. Position typically works 2-3, 8-hour closing shifts per week.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
MAINTENANCE - Maintain cleanliness of grounds and facilities including restrooms, bathhouses, campsites, day use facilities, picnic areas, trails, boardwalks, boat ramp, shop buildings, and all other necessary facilities. Preventative and corrective maintenance of these facilities along with minor construction projects, electrical and plumbing repairs. Preventative and corrective maintenance to equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, kayaks/canoes, vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, golf carts, power tools and chainsaws.
VISITOR SERVICES - Explain facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education to all visitors. Responds to visitor needs in a tactful and courteous manner; understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Participate in natural and cultural resource activities of the park such, mainly non-native plant removal and treatment.
ADMINISTRATION - Complete timesheets online and keep up with email correspondence. Complete forms and logs as required related to vehicle mileage, equipment repairs, wildlife sightings, etc.
PROTECTION - Performs routine patrols and security checks. Opens/closes park facilities as needed. Interprets and enforces park rules pertaining to all natural and cultural resources and use of facilities for the safety and enjoyment of the visitor.
Preforms related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain and clean all park facilities
• Ability to maintain park grounds using standard grounds keeping equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of Florida weather
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including holidays and weekends
• Ability to deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient, and courteous manner; understand and apply rules, directives, policies
• Knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical work
• Ability to operate vehicles including small trucks and UTVs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Successfully complete background and fingerprint check

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:
$15 per hour
Our Organization and Mission:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading 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. 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:
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd.
Flagler Beach, FL 32136
This 145-acre park located on barrier island is named for Florida folk singer and storyteller Gamble Rogers. Swim and play in the surf of the Atlantic Ocean, build castles in the golden-brown coquina sand or watch pelicans glide along the dunes and ocean waves.
Anglers can catch red drum, whiting, flounder and trout from the banks of the river or along the beach, with toes in the sand. Take a walk and explore the plant and animal life in the shady maritime hammock or enjoy a picnic with watermelon and ice cream at one of the park's many sheltered tables.
Click the attached link to learn more about this beautiful park:
https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/gamble-rogers-memorial-state-recreation-area-flagler-beach
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*).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours on average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
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:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
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
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.
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