Park Manager

Title: Park Manager

State Role

Title:

Natural Resource Manager II

Hiring Range: $60,000-$84,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location:Kiptopeke State Park

Agency Website:https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, providing access for outdoor recreation, strengthening communities’ flood resilience, and protecting what Virginians care about: clean water, parks, natural habitat and open space.

Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians’ lives.

DCR offers paid leave; a minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

DCR’s Mission is to conserve the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural resources of the Commonwealth. We invite you to learn more about DCR’s efforts to CONSERVE.

As Park Manager you will be responsible for directing personnel, operations, and expenditures in the operation of state parks, providing for programs and services to ensure visitor expectations are met, and the park’s natural, historical, and cultural resources are protected for future generations. You will be required to ensure department, division, and park support through civic activities, media relations, and interaction with other governmental officers and/or agencies.

You will manage compliance with regulatory agencies for health and safety and provide intra-agency resources for the advancement of the Agency’s mission.

• Strong personnel management skills to include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Experience providing effective interpersonal communications and leading individuals, small groups, and work units in accomplishing programmatic functions.
• Considerable business management experience, including budget planning and revenue generation.
• Experience coordinating work programs effectively and efficiently on a seasonal schedule with minimal impact on the public use of the facilities.
• Experience with custodial, building, facility, grounds, and systems that may impact public safety and/or customer service.
• Knowledge of practices relating to the conservation, preservation, and restoration of natural, cultural, historical, or recreational resources.
• Knowledge of interpretation and public relations in a park and/or natural, cultural, or recreational operational setting.

• Experience with business management and revenue generation in relation to the operation of a park or similar facility with multiple revenue streams.
• Knowledge and implementation experience of park policies and rules that directly impact visitors.
• Advanced experience with managing partnerships with Friends groups, Foundations, or similar organizations.

A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Park or Federal experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

Employment in all positions within the Virginia State Parks is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check including a criminal history record check.

The Park Manager position requires shift work, which includes weekends and holidays. This position will serve in an on-call capacity, as needed, to provide security and operational efficiencies. Responding to calls outside scheduled hours requires a response within a prescribed timeframe. This position requires wearing a state-issued uniform and using state-issued equipment. Candidate will work in diverse conditions, including exposure to the…