Ranger Station Volunteer

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Most visitors share a few common simple needs: a clean, quiet and friendly place where they can relax and enjoy the great outdoors. Florida State Parks provide the setting but often lack the personnel to offer the level of hospitality desired. That’s why volunteers are so valuable. As emissaries of the Florida Park Service they make the difference between an adequate and excellent experience. Understanding the value of good visitor service and how that transcends into public support for Florida State Parks is of primary importance in this position. This volunteer position working in the ranger station greets park visitors and sets the tone for their entire experience as this is the first point of contact.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

The ability to work well with others, display a good attitude and be flexible is a must.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to take initiative and exercise judgment as situations require.

Good people skills-courteous and professional manners on the phone, radio and in person

A neat and professional appearance

Ability to work a cash register efficiently and complete daily financial reports.

Ability and desire to acquire park knowledge necessary to answer visitors’ questions

Ranger station positions can be strenuous at times, requiring the ability to stand on tile surface for several hours in duration, maintain focus through many distractions as well as bend, stoop and twist to clean or pick up materials, etc.

Moderate lifting of boxed materials, emptying of trash cans and receiving packages will require the ability to lift and carry.

Several hours of work each day will expose volunteers to high heat & humidity during the summer months and chilly, damp weather during winter cold snaps.