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Requisition No: 879448 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37971384 1 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37971384 

Salary:  $16.00 hr 

Posting Closing Date: 07/20/2026 

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OPS PARK ATTENDANT (37971384)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Job Vacancy

Open Competitive

This position is located in Haines City, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Ridge Environmental Education and Event Center several positions available for self-motivated park service professionals to fill OPS Park Attendant positions, providing visitor services, protection, and administration.

Applicants must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and can perform a variety of skilled trade functions. Applicants must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a 40-hour per week position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Conference Center plays a vital role in hosting events, retreats and training sessions at The Ridge. Team members support the planning, coordination and execution of events to ensure a high-quality experience for state employees, guests and clients. Responsibilities vary by assignment and may include event setup, food and beverage service, client communication and facility coordination. 

VISITOR SERVICES - Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions in an accurate and professional manner.  Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Uses point of sale system. 

ADMINISTRATION - Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including visitation, vehicle usage, purchase requests and accidents. Answers telephone operates park radio, computer and various office equipment.

OTHER – Performs other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic arithmetic
• Good public relations

SKILL IN:

• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Operating a cash register/point of sale system and reconciling receipts
• Accurately preparing reports
• Interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Utilize a computer including but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suit

ABILITY TO:

• Support day-to-day conference operations
• Assists with room arrangements, A/V setup and basic event logistics
• Work alongside Food & Beverage team on buffet setup, service and cleanup (front and back)
• Maintains clear communication with clients, vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless execution of all events
• Provides general support for housekeeping and maintenance as needed during events
• Clean Park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trash
• Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more
• Demonstrates flexibility, professionalism and attention to detail in all guest interactions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations
• Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• maintain a valid drivers’ license
• properly wear uniform
• comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions 

Minimum Qualifications:       

• Valid Drivers’ License 
• successfully complete background & 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:

$16 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:

The Ridge Environmental Education and Event Center

5000 Firetower Rd

Haines City, FL 33844

The Ridge Environmental Education and Event Center is a 100-acre property adjacent to Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park.  The Ridge is located along Lake Pierce and Catfish Creek, and offers both meeting space and on-site lodging.

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.

Special Notes:

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

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.