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Ranger Station Attendant (year-round)

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ORGANIZATION: Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park/Florida State Parks

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Enjoy one of Florida's most beautiful state parks while volunteering at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, located in the heart of Tallahassee, FL. We are s eeking reliable local volunteers to assist at the front entrance in the Ranger Station.

This position would be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Collect day use fees using a point-of-sale terminal
  • Answer visitor questions in person and over the phone
  • Assist visitors with facility rentals, annual pass sales and after-hours permits.
  • Operate a two-way radio system to contact field staff

Please indicate on your application any special skills or trainings you have that would be relevant to this position, including cash handling, customer service and computer skills. We will teach you everything else you need to know about park operations!

We ask that volunteers in this position work one 6 to 7-hour shift per week minimum, preferably on the same day and time each week. Ranger station shifts are typically from 7:30 AM-1:30 PM or 1:00 PM-7:00 PM, depending on sunset/park closing times.

You will be provided a volunteer nametag and t-shirt. Upon completion of your first 50 hours, you will receive a free entrance pass to the park you currently serve and 6 visits for you and your family to any other state park. Upon completion of 250 hours, you will receive a special volunteer annual pass for you and your family to any Florida State Park. Join us in all park staff gatherings (i.e., potlucks, celebrations, holiday parties, etc.) and the annual district Volunteer Appreciation gathering.

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About Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park/Florida State Parks

Location:

3540 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309, US

Mission Statement

The mission of the Florida Park Service is to provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.

Description

The ornamental gardens at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park bloom in memory of both the Maclay family and the African-American communities who were the once stewards of this land.

The park is home to the picturesque 28-acre ornamental gardens, first planted in 1923 by the Maclay family. Lake Hall provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Hikers, bicyclists and equestrians can enjoy six miles of shared-use trails and five miles of designated biking trails winding through the woods surrounding Lake Overstreet. It takes a crew of dedicated staff and volunteers to keep this unique park beautiful for our visitors from all over the world!

At Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, we utilize volunteers to assist with maintenance, events, visitor services, and interpreting the park and its history. If you're a people person, you'd be a great fit for our Ranger Station or Visitor Center. If you have a green thumb, the gardens and trails always need attention. If you're handy with tools, come help us with maintenance projects. There's something for just about everyone!

CAUSE AREAS

Environment
Sports & Recreation
Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

3540 Thomasville RoadTallahassee, FL 32309

(30.5297,-84.1891)
 

SKILLS

  • Customer Service
  • Transactions
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Multi-Tasking
  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 6-7 hours/week
  • Registered Florida State Parks Volunteer; sign up at https://volunteers.floridastateparks.org/

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