What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Service Specialist position at CITY OF ORLANDO, FL?
Job Description
Salary Range$21.93-$27.97
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
11-10-2026
Job Summary
Performs responsible public contact work involving scheduled park activities and enforcing park rules and regulations to ensure that City of Orlando parks are clean and safe. Provides routine information to tourists and the general public in person, via email, and over the phone. Patrols the park and performs frequent inspections to ensure vandalism and safety hazards are prevented. Prepares daily reports on rental facilities, park conditions, and park attendance. Work is performed primarily outdoors and the employee may be subject to extreme weather conditions and wildlife. The employee may be required to work rotating hours and have varying days off. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Turkey Lake Park Manager. Performance is reviewed through evaluation of inspection reports, condition of parks, direct observation, and results obtained.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and two (2) years experience in public contact work, preferably involving security or enforcement duties required; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass a police background investigation that includes a polygraph examination.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Salary : $22 - $28