Park Ranger

State of Florida

. Explain facilities and services to visitors and answer questions .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeBig Pine Key • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in visitor engagement, including conducting interpretive programs and managing public relations. Proficient in facilities maintenance and restoration, with strong abilities in operating various tools and equipment safely.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Visitor EngagementInterpretive Program DevelopmentFacilities MaintenanceEffective Communication SkillsValid Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Report PreparationPhysical LaborPlant Community RecognitionWater Resources ManagementWildlife ManagementBuilding ConstructionEquipment OperationCash HandlingRestoration Project ImplementationSafety Regulations Compliance

Soft Skills

Conflict ResolutionPublic RelationsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInstruction Following

Tools & Technologies

ChainsawsLawn MowersWeed EatersBlowersATVsMotor VehiclesPower ToolsGas ToolsElectrical ToolsBoats

Certifications & Qualifications

Completion of Ranger AcademyBackground Screening for Position of Special Trust

Industry Keywords

Visitor ServicesPark ManagementRecreational ProgramsEnvironmental RestorationPublic Safety Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Explain facilities and services to visitors and answer questions
Provide information, directions, guided tours, campfire programs, and recreational skills programs
Resolve visitor complaints and maintain positive public relations
Collect admission and tour fees
Recognize plant communities and implement restoration projects
Implement water resources, vegetation, and wildlife management plans
Construct, maintain, and repair buildings, fences, trails, roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic sites, boat ramps, docks, and other facilities
Maintain park grounds, facilities, and underwater areas
Operate chainsaws, lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, ATVs, motor vehicles, and other equipment
Prepare reports and forms covering fees, visitors, patrols, wildlife, incidents, vehicles, boats, equipment, and property records
Answer telephones, operate radio equipment, and maintain logs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid driver’s license
Completion of Ranger Academy
Successful completion of background and fingerprint check
Ability to successfully complete Ranger Academy
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to perform physical labor using power/electrical/gas tools and equipment
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends
Ability to develop and conduct interpretive programs
Ability to handle money and balance cash receipts
Ability to work on and around water and safely operate boats up to 30 feet with outboard motor in all types of conditions
Ability to maintain physical capacity to transport 50 pounds individually and 100 pounds jointly
Ability to understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulations
Successful background screening for a Position of Special Trust

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual and sick leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Tuition waivers
Veterans’ preference in employment for eligible candidates
Reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities