PARK RANGER

Requisition No: 867729

Working Title:

PARK RANGER -  1

Position Number:

Salary: $2,896.67 month / $34,760.00 annual

Posting Closing Date: 01/22/2026

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL

Delnor Wiggins State Park seeks a self‑motivated park service professional to provide visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, work independently, and perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. Rotating shifts—including evenings, weekends, and holidays—are required.

Compliance – Adhere to Chapter 215.422, F.S. processing requirements. Failure to comply may constitute cause for discharge.

Visitor Services – Explain facilities and services, meet visitors, answer questions, provide directions, resolve complaints, and deliver interpretive programs and presentations.

Resource Management – Participate in prescribed fire, protect natural and cultural resources, implement vegetation and wildlife management plans, conduct restoration projects, and manage water resources.

Maintenance – Maintain structures, facilities, equipment, and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective practices; conduct inspections and ensure cleanliness.

Administration – Prepare forms and reports, operate park radio, computers, and office equipment, conduct purchasing and fiscal activities, collect fees, reconcile receipts, and maintain park files.

Protection – Perform patrols and security checks, enforce park rules, secure facilities, and safeguard cash funds.

Other – Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge of

• Florida’s natural and cultural resources
• Basic arithmetic
• Good public relations

Skill in

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Operating a cash register and reconciling receipts
• Accurate report preparation
• Professional customer service for public and internal clients
• Grounds and building maintenance (mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, painting)
• Power tools usage (chainsaw, drill)
• Basic plumbing (repairing hose bibs, waterline repair)
• Basic electrical work (replacing outlets, circuit breakers)
• Basic carpentry (boardwalk, fence repairs)
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to

• Participate in resource management tasks (prescribed fire, herbicide application)
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Speak in public
• Apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulations
• Conduct routine inspections, identify and investigate problems
• Clean park facilities (including restrooms and trash cleanup)
• Work outdoors in inclement weather
• Perform physical labor
• Lift 40 pounds and assist with transporting items up to 100 pounds
• Work rotating shifts (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Complete ranger academy successfully
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Complete background and fingerprint check
• Wear uniform properly and adhere to grooming standards

• Valid Driver’s License

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422. Successful completion of background screening is required.

$2,896.67 month / $34,760.00 annual

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading agency for environmental management and stewardship, protecting air, water, and land. DEP’s vision is to advance Florida as a world leader in natural resource protection while fostering economic growth. We encourage leaders to innovate and increase efficiencies, offering valuable experience through complex projects.

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