Park Manager; Superintendent

Summary

This position is located in Andersonville National Historic Site, in the Office of the Superintendent.

The incumbent serves as Superintendent of Andersonville National Historic Site, overseeing the preservation, interpretation, maintenance, administration, and development of the park, and ensuring the safety and well‑being of staff, volunteers, and visitors. The role establishes policies, standards, and procedures governing all park functions—public use management, resource stewardship, education and interpretation, fiscal and human resource management, maintenance, visitor services, safety management, partnerships, public affairs, budget planning, and park development.

The site includes the former Camp Sumter prison, Andersonville National Cemetery, and the National Prisoner of War Museum, covering approximately 515 acres across federal and non‑federal lands.

The position does not substitute education for experience. Eligible candidates must be well‑qualified, meaning they meet OPM qualification standards, all selective placement factors, any special qualifying conditions approved by OPM, and are physically qualified with reasonable accommodation. CTAP/ICTAP applicants must supply proof of eligibility and complete required documentation. A false or incomplete application may result in denial or termination.

U.S. citizenship is required. Appointment is subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication, and males must comply with the Selective Service Registration Act. Candidates with prior federal GS positions must satisfy time‑in‑grade rules. The role requires a valid driver’s license and submission of motor‑vehicle operation records. A government or private vehicle may be required, and a uniform is mandatory. On‑call, evenings, weekends, and overtime may be expected, as well as occasional overnight travel.

A government charge card is required for travel, and new entrants must submit an OGE Form 450 within 30 days of appointment.

Relocation incentives may be authorized for employees moving more than 50 miles away from their current location. Physical demands include indoor office work, occasional mandatory walking through premises, lifting of light items, mandating a valid driver’s license, and occasional travel. Working conditions are primarily office based, with some outdoor work in diverse weather and terrain. Telework may be permitted with supervisor approval.