• Job Description

  Req#: 872641

  Requisition No: 872641

  Agency: Environmental Protection

  Working Title: PARK RANGER - 37001127

  Pay Plan: Career Service

  Position Number: 37001127

  Salary: $2,896.67/Monthly $34,760.00/annually

  Posting Closing Date: 04/07/2026

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  Park Ranger (37001127)

  State of Florida

  Department of Environmental Protection

  ANTICIPATED VACANCY

  This position is located in Chiefland, FL

  CLOSING DATE: 4/7/2026

  Position Overview 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.”

  VISITOR SERVICES – Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, telephone, and other correspondence, provides information and directions. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions and reconciles receipts. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and unit specific services as directed.

  RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park. Participates in vegetation and wildlife management plans; maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Implements site restoration projects. Participates in water resources management plans. Collects and records resource management data.

  MAINTENANCE – Constructs, cleans, maintains, and repairs park grounds, facilities and equipment utilizing appropriate tools and equipment. Makes routine inspections to ensure proper maintenance standards are met.

  ADMINISTRATION – Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects. Operates park radio and various office equipment and maintains logs. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance in compliance with established procedures. Maintains park files.

  PROTECTION – Performs routine patrols and takes appropriate action to ensure visitor safety and adherence to park rules; ensures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and/or secures park facilities as appropriate.

  Other related duties as required.

  Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  KNOWLEDGE OF:

  General methods and techniques used in the repair and/or maintenance of park facilities, equipment and grounds

  Arithmetic

  Good public relations

  SKILLED IN:

  Using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment

  Maintenance of facilities and grounds

  The operation and use of various kinds of equipment including trucks, tractors and boats

  ABILITY TO:

  Conduct inspections and maintain park facilities, equipment and grounds

  Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

  Identify and investigate problems

  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

  Perform physical labor using assorting power/gas tools and equipment

  Accurately prepare reports

  Collect fees and operate cash registers

  Understand and apply rules and regulations

  Provide visitor assistance services

  Create and conduct interpretive programs

  Minimum Qualifications:

  Valid Driver’s License

  Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

  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:

  $2,896.67/month

  $34,760.00/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:

  Manatee Springs State Park

  11650 NW 115th St

  Chiefland, FL 32626

  Manatee Springs State Park proves boardwalks aren’t only for the beach. The park’s 800-foot boardwalk runs through a majestic cypress forest overlooking one of Florida’s breathtaking first-magnitude springs.

  People have enjoyed the cool waters of Manatee Springs for more than 10,00 years, from early Paleo Indians to modern park visitors. The first-magnitude spring releases an astounding 100 million gallons of water daily. This makes it a popular cool-off spot and a great place to stroll on the park boardwalk and gaze into watery depths.

  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.

  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.

• About the company

  Florida (/ˈflɒrɪdə/, Spanish pronunciation: ) is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States.

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