RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES

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Requisition No: 830110

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37000563

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37000563

Salary: $2,964.00 per month

Posting Closing Date: 06/18/2024

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RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection
OPEN COMPETITIVE

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

Resident Assistant Park Manager - SES (37000563)

T.H. STONE MEMORIAL ST. JOSEPH PENINSULA STATE PARK

Contact:

Jonathan Dillard – Park Manager

Office: 850-227-1327

Jonathan.M.Dillard@FloridaDEP.gov

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill the Assistant Park Manager position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently, lead a team, and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools.

The Difference You Will Make:

Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visistors connect to the Real Florida.

How You Will Grow:

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:

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

8899 Cape San Blas Road

Port St. Joe, FL 32456

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park features over 18 miles of beach & bay shorelines, multiple large beach day use areas, multiple nature trails, a 1,700 acre wilderness preserve, a brand new 46 site full hookup campground, a separate youth/group camping area, 14 primitive wilderness campsites along a 7 mile trail, 8 full service waterfront cabins, a very popular boat ramp & marina, waterfront concessionaire facilities, and high levels beach, day-use, and camping visitation.

The park is home to numerous important and protected cultural & archaeological sites, some of the largest remaining in-tact dune ecosystems in Florida, and is one of the most important state parks in the panhandle for imperiled species protection including Snowy Plovers and many shorebird species, the St. Andrews Beach Mouse, and is one of the oldest running index sea turtle nesting beaches in Florida. The St. Joseph Peninsula State Park team also manages the Constitution Convention Museum State Park in Port St. Joe.

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);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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

Pay:

Base salary $2964 month/ $35,568 annual

Your Specific 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 T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park.

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. 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 including ecological burning, 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 assure maintenance on a daily, weekly, and yearly basis is regularly performed. Supervises Rand 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.

OTHER - Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Building maintenance and construction
• Florida Park Service management, operations, and mission
• Heavy equipment operation, maintenance, and resource management techniques
• Use of computers and related software

SKILL IN:

• Using a variety of hand tools, small engines, and power tools

ABILITY TO:

• Supervise people
• Determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Prepare and maintain schedules and reports

Minimum Qualifications:

Reside on park property

Valid Florida Class E driver’s license or an out-of-state class equivalent driver’s license

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

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: