Park Services Specialist

DUTIES 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.

This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Koreshan State Park.

Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meets visitors, answers questions, provides information and directions in an accurate and professional manner. Attempts to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations. Provides natural and cultural history interpretive programs and services via presentations, walks and other programs and unit specific services as directed. Assists in the development and administration of volunteer program;

assists with the development and managing park’s interpretive program by developing park programs, interpretive displays; design content for park kiosks, lead programs, design park literature and update park’s website; assists with publicity and media requests; assists with the design and content of park interpretative kiosks; schedules and coordinates junior ranger program; schedules and coordinates private events held at the park;

assist with handling publicity and media requests to promote the park.

Recognizes biological communities and the natural processes required for their maintenance. Observes, maintains and protects the natural, cultural, historic and archaeological resources of the park. Implements vegetation and wildlife management plans, maintains optimum species control via natural and chemical means. Cultural Resources:
Monitor ground disturbing activities; assisting the museum curator with maintenance of exhibits; facilitating volunteers working at various cultural resource projects.

Assists with constructing, cleaning, and maintenance of all park structures and grounds; ensuring all maintenance of historic structures and grounds are conducted according to historic standards; assists with the maintenance of vehicles and equipment; assists with new construction projects.

Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects relating to all aspects of park operations. Answers telephone, operates park radio, computer and various office equipment. Conducts purchasing and fiscal activities in compliance with established procedures. Collects fees, performs cash register transactions and reconciles receipts. Answers correspondence and maintains park files.

Performs routine patrols and security checks; ensures adherence to the Park Protection Plan. Opens and/or secures park facilities as appropriate. Interprets and enforces park rules pertaining to all natural and cultural resources and facilities and use thereof for the safety and enjoyment of the visitor. Responsible for security of cash fund.

Performs other related duties as required.

• Florida’s natural and cultural resources
• basic arithmetic
• good public relations
• Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Buildings
• Management principles and practices regarding interpretive programs and materials development

• communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• operating a cash register and reconciling receipts
• accurately preparing reports
• interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting
• utilizing power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills
• basic plumbing, including but not limited to, repairing hose bibs, waterline repair
• basic electrical work, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers
• basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs
• utilize a computer including, but not limited to…