Requisition No: 809058

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: RESIDENT ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER - SES - 37020270

Position Number: 37020270

Salary: $2,964 per month / $35,568 annual

Posting Closing Date: 08/18/2023

ASSISTANT PARK MANAGER

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Anticipated Vacancy

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:

Assistant Park Manager (37020270) RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Henderson Beach State Park

A management opportunity is available for an energetic, hardworking, park service professional to fill a Resident Assistant Park Manager position at Henderson Beach State Park. This position will work with the Park Manager to lead, assist, oversee, and mentor the staff. This position directly supervises 3 Park Rangers and 3 OPS. Required to live onsite in a 3BR/2 Bath house.

The Difference You Will Make:

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

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:

Henderson Beach State Park

17000 Emerald Coast Parkway

Destin, FL 32541

Henderson Beach State Park is in Destin, Florida. Henderson Beach is named after the Henderson Family and is known for its high, picturesque dunes, and blue-green waters. At Henderson, public outdoor recreation and conservation is the designated single use of the property. The Park provides one and a half miles of white quartz-sand beaches, a home to threatened-endangered sea turtles, dune systems, along with a 60 site campground.

Besides boasting a mile-and-a-half of pristine beaches for fishing and swimming, Henderson also offers the chance for visitors to stroll along dunes and coastal plant communities or stay overnight in the campground. https://www.floridastateparks.org/Henderson Beach

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:

$2,964 month/$35,568 annual

Your Specific Responsibilities: (You will pull the specific responsibilities from the position description)

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.

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 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 program, activities, and schedules. Meets the public, interprets the resources, facilities, and services. Resolves problems and provides for good public relations.

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 and assists with the maintenance of buildings, roads, bridges, trails, water systems, wastewater systems, vehicles, equipment, etc.

PROTECTIONS – Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical, and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof, for the enjoyment of the visitor. The duties of this position require the incumbent to reside on the property. Opens park gates and entrance building. Secures buildings and gates before departing at closing time. Is responsible for cash fund security. Informs visitors of possible hazards in unimproved areas.

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 and maintenance

• 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

• Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Maintain a valid driver license

• Reside on park property

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

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_Recruitment@dep.state.fl.us

Contact: Brian Addison

850-650-5928

brian.addison@FloridaDEP.gov

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.