OPS PARK Services Specialist - 42902815

Ops Park Services Specialist - 42902815

This is a full-time Ops Park Ranger position on the Twin Rivers State Forest in Live Oak, FL, managing invasive plant species that alter natural communities by displacing native species and expanding through natural processes. The primary duties will be spent in the field searching and treating for invasive plant species, logging areas on a GPS/Flint unit, and maintaining these areas through planning with data management. This work includes mapping locations on the computer in ArcGIS/shapefiles, other data entry/management, and equipment maintenance. This Ops Park Ranger position also provides assistance with state forest projects such as collecting data for threatened and endangered plant and animal species, restoration projects, and the prescribed burning program.

Examples of work performed include invasive species eradication and control utilizing specialized equipment, herbicides, and land management techniques. Orders and stores supplies necessary to maintain an adequate inventory. Assists in preparing long and short-range goals and objectives. Assists with reforestation activities and forest inventory measurements on state forest lands. Assists on prescribed fire on state forest lands as needed. Assists in monitoring and data collection of threatened and endangered species on state forest lands. Assists in restoration projects of uplands natural communities on state forest lands. Assists in maintenance of recreational facilities on state forest lands. Coordinates the maintenance and operation of farm machinery, trucks, mixing and spray equipment. Performs other related work as required.