Parks Program Services Leader
About The Position
Join the team as a Parks Program Services Leader at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park! Nestled in the heart of Corbin, Kentucky, where the Cumberland River carves its way through the Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park offers a workplace unlike any other. Home to the awe inspiring Cumberland Falls, affectionately known as the "Niagara of the South", the park draws visitors from around the world to witness its thundering cascade and the rare, enchanting Moonbow that graces the falls each month. With more than 20 miles of scenic hiking trails, horseback riding, a swimming pool, and a variety of lodging options from the historic Dupont Lodge to peaceful campgrounds and cabins, the park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Working here means becoming part of a team that helps guests experience the beauty, history, and wonder of one of Kentucky’s most treasured natural destinations. The Park Program Services Leader is a highly skilled, creative, self-motivated team member, providing expertise in outdoor recreational activities and historical programing. This position provides tours, recreational programming, and historical interpretation at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. Additionally, this position will assist the Supervisor of the department with all facets of natural, cultural, and historical interpretation and recreation. Working for Kentucky State Parks provides a great opportunity to advance your career and skillset, with on the job training, new course certifications, flexible schedule, and a great benefit package. It also offers an opportunity to learn about different parks across the Commonwealth. Working for Kentucky State Parks allows you the freedom and responsibility for taking care of Kentucky’s greatest landscapes. The Parks Program Services Leader reports directly to the Parks Program Services Supervisor.
Requirements
- EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation, outdoor recreation, park resource interpretation, physical education, history, environmental education, biology, forestry, botany, zoology, anthropology, archaeology, area studies, cultural studies, art history, geography, parks and recreation management or administration, sociology, paleoanthropology or a closely related field.
- EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
- Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
- Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Related experience as a park naturalist, park interpreter, environmental educator, conservation educator, or in planned outdoor recreation or physical education, recreation, park resource interpretation, history, environmental education, biology, forestry, botany, zoology, anthropology, archaeology, area studies, cultural studies, art history, geography, parks and recreation management or administration, sociology, paleoanthropology or a closely related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Responsibilities
- Creating, conducting, organizing, promoting, and evaluating programs and special events offered to park visitors year-round.
- Creating, conducting, and organizing a weekly program schedule during periods of high visitation.
- Completing recreational reports.
- Implementing correct procedures with pool facility.
- Recreational Programming to include cultural, historical, and biological interpretation.
- Promoting and maintaining public relations.
- Participating in the collecting, cataloging, and maintenance of various types of flora, fauna, and other specimens of nature.
- Inspecting and assisting with the maintaining of hiking trails.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Complimentary park familiarization visits for you and family.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services, and education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
