Property Assistant Manager

State of Indiana•North Judson, IN

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Property Assistant Manager supports daily operations of a small Indiana Department of Natural Resources property, coordinating with the property manager and overseeing operations in the manager’s absence. The position helps plan and direct public-use activities, construction and maintenance projects, resource-management practices, visitor and interpretive services, budgets, revenue collection, and community partnerships. It may also assist with camping operations and provide direct supervision for one or more staff members. The role requires living onsite when housing is available, being on call 24 hours a day for emergency response, and being willing to travel with reasonable accommodation. The position is exempt from overtime compensation; employees may work more than 75 hours per pay period without additional compensation and must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary. A degree is not required. At least four years of relevant experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Requirements

Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
Live onsite when housing is available.
Be on call 24 hours a day.
Working knowledge of best practices in resource management.
Ability to hire, direct, train, develop, motivate, discipline, and evaluate employees with varying skill levels.
Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, staff, visitors, customers, media, special interest groups, vendors, and other governmental agencies.
Working knowledge of current and historical construction methods, construction management, and industry standards, including excavation, aggregate, concrete, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, code compliance, and safety.
Working knowledge of and ability to supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of construction equipment, commercial mowing equipment, light trucks and sedans, and power and hand tools.
Working knowledge of and ability to apply recreation management, forestry, and fish and wildlife science principles.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in directing property operations according to established guidelines.
Organizational skills to plan and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, particularly concerning personnel matters.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skills.
A degree is not required; at least four years of relevant experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in natural resources, fish and wildlife management, forestry, biology, business administration, recreation, or a similar setting or field may be considered.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of a small DNR property in the absence of and in coordination with the property manager.
Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing public-use activities on the property.
Direct and monitor construction, maintenance, and repair projects using in-house, temporary, and contract labor.
May assist with camping program operations, including sales, revenue collection, reservation systems, customer service, entrance control, and visitor services.
Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of heavy vehicles, equipment, and tools.
Serve in on-call status for emergency response; monitor security and safety operations and determine when law enforcement or emergency services are required.
Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing natural, cultural, historic, fish and wildlife, fish culture, and/or forest management practices and procedures.
Assist with overseeing and evaluating interpretive services, including naturalist and educational programs, signage, displays, and visitor center operations.
Assist in developing, implementing, and tracking a biennial budget; administer operating, preventive maintenance, and rehabilitation funds.
May report, direct, monitor, and reconcile revenue and fee collections, donations, change funds, and resale accounts.
Represent the property and department with local partnerships and organizations at meetings and events, alongside the property manager or as the manager’s proxy.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees; ensure responsibilities and expectations are clear.
Set employee expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, evaluate performance, and ensure work meets standards, deadlines, and procedures.
May provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a biweekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies, including paid New Parent Leave, paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, community service leave, and combined vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.