PARK RANGER

Park Ranger )

Agency:
Environmental Protection

Working Title:

PARK RANGER
- Pay Plan:
Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $2,896.67 month / $34,760.00 annual
Posting Closing Date: 01/22/2026

Eden Gardens State Park is looking for a self‑motivated park service professional to provide visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. The applicant must have good visitor service skills, be able to work independently, and perform skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be willing to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Compliance with processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S.
• Visitor Services:
  Explain facilities and services, greet visitors, answer questions, resolve complaints, and provide interpretive programs through tours and walks.
• Resource Management:
  Manage annual exotic plant removal goals, conduct surveys, and implement resource management objectives.
• Maintenance:
  Maintain structures, facilities, equipment, and grounds; conduct routine inspections; keep grounds clean; and clean restrooms and park areas.
• Administration:
  Prepare reports, operate radio equipment, maintain logs, process cash funds, and perform computer/cash register transactions and reconciliation.
• Protection:
  Ensure adherence to the Park Protection Plan and interpret park rules for safety and visitor enjoyment.
• Other:
  Perform related duties as required.

• Assorted power/gas tools and equipment for physical labor.
• Computer and cash register transactions and reconciliation.
• Public relations skills effective with people.

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Operating a cash register and reconciling receipts.
• Accurate report preparation.
• Grounds and building maintenance, including mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting.
• Power tools such as chainsaws and drills.
• Basic plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

• Identify and investigate problems.
• Understand and apply rules, directives, laws, regulations, and policies.
• Prepare reports.
• Perform skilled trade functions.
• Conduct interpretive programs and services.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work with others.
• Open and close park gate and secure facilities.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Complete ranger academy.
• Complete background and fingerprint check.

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion of Ranger Academy (One week, Orlando).

$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’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy.

Eden Gardens State Park, 18 Eden Gardens Rd., Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. The park covers approximately 163 acres, offering ornamental gardens, picnic pavilions, restrooms, a 1‑mile hiking trail, and rental facilities. Resource management includes invasive plant removal and cultural resource facility maintenance.

State employees receive a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision).
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Tuition waivers.
• Other supplemental benefits.

For a complete list of benefits, visit

DEP values veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages them to contact the recruiter for guidance. Veterans and individuals with disabilities should notify HR at (850) 245‑2511 for reasonable accommodation.

Veterans eligible for preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission. Documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.