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Requisition No: 878807 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37000747

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37000747 

Salary:  $44,888.08 

Posting Closing Date: 08/20/2026 

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#37000747 RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Resident Assistant Park Manager position.  This Resident Assistant Park Manager position requires an individual with strong leadership ability.  The career staff of ten consists of Park Manager, Assistant Park Manager, five Park Rangers, one Administrative Assistant, one Maintenance Mechanic and one Park Services Specialist.  Supervises the park staff and participates in the management of the area's resources, facilities and public use under existing rules and operating policies to provide the proper levels of administration, resource management, visitor services, protection and maintenance.  The applicant must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.

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. If position is supervisory, incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency's Affirmative Action objectives.

Under the direction of the park manager, supervises the park staff in the management of the area's resources, facilities and public use.

ADMINISTRATION

Participates in employee training, supervision and discipline. Supervises the staff in fiscal and purchasing procedures and policies. Ensures property procedures and policies are applied. Participates in the administration of the collective bargaining agreement and maintains good employee relations.  Coordinates work schedules and assignments. Checks reports, fee collection and miscellaneous records prepared by the staff.

VISITOR SERVICES

Coordinates interpretive programs, activities and schedules for park unit. Meets the public, interprets the resources, facilities and services, resolves problems and provides for good public relations. Supervises the staff in providing visitor services.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Participates in the supervision of resource management programs applicable to park unit including water level management, native species propagation, erosion control and exotic removal.

MAINTENANCE

Identifies maintenance needs through daily inspections. Maintains maintenance schedules and supervises the staff to ensure maintenance on a daily, weekly and yearly basis is regularly performed. Supervises and assists with the maintenance of buildings, roads, bridges, trails, water systems, wastewater systems, vehicles, equipment, etc.

PROTECTION

Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof, for the enjoyment of the visitor.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• building maintenance and construction
• park management and operations
• basic arithmetic

SKILL IN:

• operating medium and heavy equipment
• using a variety of hand tools

ABILITY TO:

• supervise people
• determine work priorities and assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• prepare and maintain schedules and reports
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• participate in the resource management program

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license

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:

$3,740.67 monthly/$44,888.08 annually

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. 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:

HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH STATE PARK

3109 East Sunrise Boulevard

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304

SUPERVISOR

Jessica Cabral, Park Manager, 954-564-4521 

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale. Often described as the city's "Central Park," it preserves important coastal habitats, including maritime hammock and mangroves, within a highly developed urban corridor.

The park features a one-way scenic drive, shaded nature trails, and a rain-fed freshwater lake. Visitors may walk directly across A1A to reach Fort Lauderdale Beach, which provides ocean access for swimming, sunbathing, and other beach recreation.

Recreation opportunities include hiking, bicycling, skating, picnicking, and interpretive programming highlighting the park's natural and cultural resources. The Terramar Visitor Center and lakeside amphitheater support educational programming. Additional amenities include picnic areas, playgrounds, a restaurant, equipment rentals, and youth group camping.

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 www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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.

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.