Requisition No: 880122
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37970673
Pay Plan: Seasonal
Position Number: 37970673
Salary: $15/hour
Posting Closing Date: 07/29/2026
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OPS Park Attendant (37970673)
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
SEASONAL POSITION POOL
This position is located in High Springs, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
A seasonal opportunity is available for a self-motivated, hardworking individual to fill a position focused on maintenance and grounds keeping at O'Leno State Park in accordance with Florida Park Service standards. This is a seasonal position and does not include health insurance.
MAINTENANCE - Performing preventative and basic corrective maintenance on all equipment including park vehicles. Communicates equipment maintenance needs to management. Maintains cleanliness of grounds and facilities. Maintenance of park grounds, trails, and facilities.
Performs other related duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
General methods and techniques used in the repair and/or maintenance of park facilities, equipment, and grounds
Basic math computations
SKILLED IN:
Using various hand and power tools and equipment
Maintenance of facilities and grounds
The operation and use of various kinds of equipment including trucks and tractors
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
ABILITY TO:
Coordinate work assignments and ensure proper completion
Conduct inspections and maintain park facilities, equipment and grounds
Identify and investigate problems
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Perform physical labor using assorted power/gas tools and equipment
Accurately prepare reports
Clean park facilities, including but not limited to, cleaning restrooms and picking up trash
Work in inclement weather
Perform physical labor
Lift 40lbs and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100lbs or more
Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Driver's License
Position 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.
Pay:
$15/hour
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 advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's 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:
O'Leno State Park
410 SE O'Leno Park Rd
High Springs, FL 32643
One of Florida's first state parks, O'Leno State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The park is located along the banks of the scenic Sante Fe River, a tributary of the Suwannee River, and features sinkholes, hardwood hammocks, river swamps and sandhills. As the river courses through the park, it disappears underground and reemerges over three miles away in River Rise Preserve State Park.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
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:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
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 accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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.