Ops Park Attendant at State of Florida

Requisition No:866425Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT - Pay Plan: TempPosition Number:Salary: $15/hourPosting Closing Date: 12/18/2025Total Compensation EstimatorToolOPS Park Attendant ()State of FloridaDepartment of Environmental ProtectionThis position is located in Jacksonville FLPosition Overview and Responsibilities:This position will be immersed in the day-to-day operations of the Talbot Islands State Parks including Little Talbot Island State Park Big Talbot Island State Park Amelia Island State Park George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park Ft. George Island Cultural State Park and possibly at Yellow Bluff Fort State Park and Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park. This position is seasonal working 40 hours a week on a rotating schedule and does not have health insurance. This seasonal position is funding from January through mid-September 2026.This position has some rare opportunities to be exposed to other facets of the park including visitor education resource management visitor services and other projects. Visitor Services work may include Ranger Station shifts to assist incoming day use and camping visitors.Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:KNOWLEDGE OF:Basic arithmeticMicrosoft Office programs and basic program troubleshootingSKILL IN:Providing good customer serviceFilling in short reports and communicate effectively with internal emails and timesheetsProviding top-notch visitor services through the cleanliness and maintenance of facilities and high-quality visitor contact experiencesOperating trucks tractors mowers and utility vehicles standard power and manual toolsOperate various types of lawn maintenance equipment including chainsaws blowers standard power and manual toolsABILITY TO:Follow verbal and written instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with othersAccurately prepare reportsCollect fees operate cash registers point-of-sale systems and credit card terminalsProvide answers to visitor inquiries in a tactful efficient and courteous mannerUnderstand and apply rules directives policies laws and regulationsMulti-task and prioritize meeting the needs of multiple visitors at any given timeStand for long periods of timeOperate lawn mowers weed eaters backpack blowers and other grounds maintenance equipment as assignedPerform cleaning and grounds keeping dutiesApply maintenance tradesIdentify and investigate problems and maintain facilities and equipmentWork rotating shifts including nights holidays and weekendsDrive a manual (stick shift) vehicleMinimum Qualifications: Valid Drivers LicensePosition 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.Preferred Qualifications:Skill in performing prescribed burns and chainsaw trainingPay:$15.00/hour40 hours/weekJanuary through mid-September 2026Our Organization and Mission:The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Floridas position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the states 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:Little Talbot Island State Park (Talbot Islands Administration)12157 Heckscher DriveJacksonville FL 32226Exploring Little Talbot Islands undeveloped beach is a unique Florida experience. Little Talbot Island is one of a handful of undeveloped barrier islands remaining in Northeast Florida. Boasting more than 5 miles of pristine beaches and 3 miles of bike trails Little Talbot offers untouched natural beauty and diverse ecosystems for visitors to explore. There is of course the white sand and rolling surf typical of many high energy coasts. But there is also the eroding sun-bleached roots and fallen trunks of cedar and palm that create a linear tapestry of natural sculptures.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The States benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes: Participation in state group insurance(must meet eligibility requirements*). State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan for more information please visit Corebridge Financial).Flexible Spending Accounts; And more!For a complete list of benefits visit .*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.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: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 a reasonable accommodation as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at . DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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-). 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. Key Skills Customer Service,Hospital Experience,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Hospitality Experience,Basic Math,Laundry,Cleaning Experience,Computer Literacy,Guest Services,Cash Handling,Commercial Cleaning Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1