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Requisition No:880817

Working Title:

OPS RECEPTIONIST -

This position is located in Spring Hill, FL

Multiple vacancies may be filled from this posting

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill an OPS Receptionist position, providing visitor services and administration, The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position is 27hours per week.

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.

The employee's primary function is to provide excellent customer service as the first point of contact on entering the Florida State Park.

Responsible for greeting visitors at the park entrance and providing information pertaining to the park and surrounding areas. Inform visitors of the park's features as well as any current and upcoming park activities and events. Collects fees for park entrance and annual passes. Operate a Point of Sale computer system; accurately collect, report and reconcile revenues received. Attend the admissions gate to collect entry tickets and assist in parking lot traffic management, which may require standing for extended periods of time.

Performs other related duties as required.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; accurately prepare reports; collect fees; operate point of sale cash register and credit card terminals; deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner, both in person and on the phone; understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations;
Ability to work rotating schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. Skill in using two-way radio communication system. Knowledge and ability to maintain facilities and equipment. Knowledge of arithmetic and good public relations. Ability to successfully complete background screening.

Driver’s License

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.

$15 per hour

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading 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.

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

6131 Commercial Way

Spring Hill, FL 34606

Approximately one hour north of Tampa, Weeki Wachee is perhaps the best-known symbol of the yesteryear of Florida tourism. Iconic mermaids perform in pure aquamarine water that flows from a first-magnitude spring. This Old Florida site is also home to the deepest freshwater cave system in the country

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance(must meet eligibility requirements*).
• State of…