PARK Services Specialist - 37020587

Park Services Specialist - 37020587

An opportunity is available for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, with strong facility management, visitor services, protection, and maintenance experience to fill a Park Service Specialist position on the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway.

Your specific responsibilities include:

• Maintenance, preservation, protection, and operation of trailheads, trails, recreation areas, and other facilities located on the Cross Florida Greenway.
• Coordination and work with crews and contractors to ensure timely and proper completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Maintenance and operations functions of the Cross Florida Greenway as assigned by supervisor.
• Communication and coordination activities with supervisors and co-workers.
• Establishment and maintenance of good working relationships with Cross Florida Greenway partners and user groups to ensure conflict resolution regarding maintenance and operation activities.
• Safety coordinator for the Cross Florida Greenway.
• Requisition or purchase tools, equipment, and materials for proper repair and maintenance of greenway facilities and equipment.
• Coordination and inspection of work performed by contract personnel to ensure satisfactory performance.
• Inspection and maintenance of buildings and grounds for safety and cleanliness.
• Operation or work with heavy equipment and farm tractors and implements as part of the maintenance and operation activities.
• Interaction with the public in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Management of Special Use Permits and work with volunteers for events and other assistance.
• Assistance with Environmental Specialist with Resource Management related activities.
• Perform related work as required.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in the repair and maintenance of wooden structures, plumbing, and other equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to accurately and completely fill out forms and/or reports; utilize a computer and software programs.
• Skilled in using hand, power, and bench tools; repairing and maintaining wooden structures, including furniture fixtures; performing brick and cement work, performing electrical repairs; repainting surfaces.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness of buildings and grounds, determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments; prepare reports and records; maintain safety records and trainings; work outside in extreme conditions; participate in Resource Management activities; tactfully and effectively enforce rules, policies, and procedures; lift 40 pounds; assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Valid Driver's License
• Successfully complete background/fingerprint check
• Successful completion of Pack Test

Pay: $3176.43 monthly/$38,117.16 annually

Our organization and mission is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. 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:

• Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway SRCA
• Sharpes Ferry Office
• 8282 SE Hwy 314
• Ocala, Florida 34470

The Cross Florida Greenway is unique in many ways. Occupying more than 70,000 acres of land formerly known as the Cross Florida Barge Canal, the Greenway is a 110-mile linear park that is more than a mile wide in places. It hosts more than 300 miles of trails of all types — paddling, hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, and paved multi-use.

The Greenway is also a wildlife corridor and the first in Florida to have a "land bridge" across a major interstate that both trail users and wildlife utilize. Black bears use the Greenway as a major corridor, especially on the eastern end near the Ocala National Forest. The Greenway protects unspoiled segments of the Ocklawaha River, and it offers campgrounds, too.

The benefits of working for the state of Florida include annual and sick leave benefits, nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year, state group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, flexible spending accounts, tuition waivers, and more!

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.

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 must contact the agency hiring authority in advance.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies.