Parks Superintendent III

State of Nebraska • Niobrara, NE

14h • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Enjoy working hard, leading a team, and learning new skills? Join the Niobrara State Park Leadership Team and help administer and manage the grounds, horticultural, hike/bike trails, swimming pool, and equestrian operations/activities for the Niobrara State Park and satellite Ashfall State Historical Park. Nebraska’s amazing wildlife, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation is waiting for you!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in park/recreation management or a related field; (wildlife, fisheries, natural resources sciences, public administration, history, cultural resource preservation or interpretation, travel and tourism, and planning) AND at least three years related experience including two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Related coursework/training and/or experience in park/recreation management or related field may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Management of campground and cabin operations, facility maintenance, grounds keeping, cultural and natural resource management, trail maintenance, and oversee visitor activities/programs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor both permanent staff and seasonal staff for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Development and administration of park area budgets, collecting data, maintaining records, preparing reports, fee collection, oversight of accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Collect data, maintain records and prepare appropriate reports, collect fees, and oversee accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Master planning, infrastructure development and project/construction coordination.
• Lead and communicate with the community and general public in the efforts of park development and park promotion.
• Assist with education programming and special events.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Hands-on training; opportunities for professional growth in park management, pool operation and outdoor recreation.
• Gain administrative, planning, management, and partner development experiences.
• Opportunities to share your love of the outdoors, nature, and science with diverse communities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• On site housing is available.
• Most of all a fun and flexible workplace!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees