Parks Asset Management Coordinator

DHRM • Richmond, VA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring a Parks Asset Management Coordinator for Virginia State Parks’ Resource Management Section. The coordinator serves as the Enterprise Asset Management System expert and primary administrator, overseeing statewide asset tracking. The role includes maintaining system data and configurations, analyzing asset lifecycle and replacement needs, supporting capital project prioritization, and advancing preventive maintenance and sustainability practices.

The position develops and implements asset management procedures, annual work plans, and performance metrics. It also conducts annual audits and on-site visits at a subsection of parks, evaluates asset conditions and staff use of asset management tools, and provides training and technical assistance to field and headquarters staff. The coordinator works with other divisions on budgets, capital planning, risk mitigation, and incorporating asset data into financial and operational strategies.

Duty location is flexible, with a minimum of three days per month reporting to the Central Office in Richmond, Virginia. Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check. Employees must wear state-issued uniforms and may work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed. A valid driver’s license is required to operate a state or personal vehicle for official business.

Requirements

• Ability to apply and communicate detailed knowledge of asset management principles, lifecycle planning, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Experience evaluating asset data for forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience establishing performance goals and strategies using data and industry trends.
• Proficiency with Enterprise Asset Management software.
• Experience developing guidelines, workflows, and manuals for asset management processes.
• Demonstrated ability to train and support staff in software utilization and best practices.
• Experience in business administration, facilities management, or equivalent experience in asset management.
• A valid driver’s license is required to operate a state vehicle or a personal vehicle while conducting official business on behalf of the agency.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal history record check.
• Virginia State Parks employees are required to wear state-issued uniforms and may work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in asset management within a parks and recreation or natural resources setting.
• Experience working with Open Gov Enterprise Asset Management, formerly Cartegraph Asset Management.
• Experience managing multiple facilities or infrastructure assets across a decentralized organization.
• Familiarity with capital planning, preventive maintenance programs, and sustainability initiatives.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 55000 or APPA guidelines for asset management.
• Experience in managing GIS data.
• Certification in asset management (e.g., IAM Certificate, Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Enterprise Asset Management System expert and primary administrator, overseeing statewide asset tracking for Virginia State Parks.
• Conduct data integrity checks, develop workflows, and maintain structural configurations within the asset management system.
• Provide analysis and recommendations related to asset lifecycle, replacement planning, and capital project prioritization.
• Develop, update, and implement asset management procedures, annual work plans, and performance metrics.
• Complete annual audits and on-site visits across a subsection of parks to evaluate asset conditions and staff utilization of asset management tools.
• Advance agency-wide compliance with preventive maintenance workflows, sustainability goals, and best practices in asset lifecycle management.
• Provide training and technical assistance to field and headquarters staff and help expand the use of asset management technology.
• Coordinate with other divisions on budget development, capital planning, risk mitigation, and integration of asset data into financial and operational strategies.

Benefits

• Paid leave.
• A minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plans, including a 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions.
• Federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.
• Free parking and admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• Overnight stay discounts for DCR classified, retired, and wage staff after six months of service, including specified camping and cabin discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed