Job Description

Requisition No: 885313

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37001249 1 1

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37001249

Salary: $3500 month/$42,000 annual

Posting Closing Date: 10/18/2026

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Park Services Specialist (37001249)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hardworking individual, to fill the position of Park Service Specialist at Delnor-Wiggins State Park State Park. This is a specialized professional position working in education interpretation; promotion and public outreach; visitor services and special events; volunteer management; maintenance; and resource management objectives for Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park.

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.

This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Delnor Wiggins Pass State Park.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Develops and administers comprehensive volunteer program, including resident volunteers, local volunteers and citizen support organization members. Conducts all necessary activities and correspondence to maintain volunteer program such as recruitment, interviewing, placement, and training, review of job performance and recognition of volunteers. Maintains volunteer records, files, databases and manpower augmentation reports in order to properly track volunteer program and needs. Serves as a liaison between the park and the District Parks Program Development Specialist. Attends CSO meetings and serves as a representative for the park.

VISITOR SERVICES

Develops and presents guided walks, campfire, recreational skills and other visitor service programs to park visitors, educational groups and other citizen groups. Designs, researches and develops park specific literature for public dissemination. Explains facilities and services provided for public use, attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations, and explains facilities and services provided for public use.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Gathers and maintains cultural resource files, artifact inventories and coordinates and participates in appropriate preservation of natural and cultural resources. Recognizes communities and helps maintain optimum species control via natural and chemical means.

MAINTENANCE - Construct maintains and repairs buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic areas and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds, facilities, and vehicles.

ADMINISTRATION Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects. Provides research, development and library of funding sources for the park via corporate/foundation and public support entities. Designs and implements public marketing relations program to encourage corporate/foundation and private support of the park. Prepares grant applications for park projects and possible funding sources. Assists management with oversight and training of park staff.

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. Ensures all aspects of park security and safety are maintained at all times.

OTHER – Performs other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Florida ecosystems and resource management techniques required to manage/restore natural communities;
• Prescribed burning techniques and principles
• Principles of managing volunteers
• Planning and preparation of educational, interpretive and promotional materials and programs
• Planning and coordinating events.
• Effective verbal and written communication principles and techniques

SKILL IN:

• Working with outside groups, vendors and agencies on developing programs and events
• Developing and distributing all forms of outreach materials including brochures, flyers and guides using social media and direct contact.
• Using social media and developing website information to promote park programming and events
• Using computer software, not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
• Public speaking and facilitating events and programming.

ABILITY TO:

• Work independently
• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Assist the Citizen Support Organization with volunteers and events, present needs to the CSO
• Manage volunteer job assignments, training, safe operation of equipment and understanding of Florida Park Service procedures, including a year-round schedule of local and out of state volunteers
• Maintain facilities and grounds
• Maintain and operate vehicles and other gas powered and electrical vehicles
• Manage budgets for large events and on-going programming.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Understand and apply rules, directives and policies; laws and regulations
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Successfully complete Ranger Academy.
• Successfully complete background and fingerprint check
• Properly wear uniform
• Comply with male and female hair and grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions

Minimum qualifications:

Valid drivers’ 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.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay:

$3,500 month/$42,000 annual

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:

Delnor Wiggins Pass State Park, located in southwest Florida (North Naples), boasts one of the most pristine stretches of beaches in the world. The beach is popular for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, snorkeling and picnicking. Fishing, paddle-boarding and kayaking along with bird watching make this one of the most popular seashore destinations in Naples

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.
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• 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.

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. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. 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.