STATE PARK DISTRICT MANAGER (DEM)

State of careers Rhode Island

About The Position

Within the Department of Environmental Management’s State Parks Division, to be responsible for the supervision of the administration, operation and maintenance of large state parks, roadside rest areas, docking facilities, historical sites, public bathing areas, bike paths, campgrounds and other outdoor recreational facilities within a defined district in the State Parks portfolio; to participate in recreational facilities development programs; to supervise the administrative activities of the district; and to do related work as required.

Requirements

A thorough knowledge of the methods and practices used in the restoration, development, operation and maintenance of physical and recreational parks, bike paths, campgrounds, picnic sites and other recreational facilities
A thorough knowledge of state park, bike path, bathing water and all recreational regulations, policies, and operating procedures.
The ability to supervise, organize and review the work of a staff engaged in performing duties related to such functions
the ability to maintain records and prepare reports
the ability to utilize and operate computer systems specifically designed for park management use
the ability to establish and maintain good relations with the public
the ability to evaluate facilities and to make recommendations for their improvement
related capacities and abilities.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business management or any other equivalent study.
Experience: A minimum two years’ experience in a position of State Park Assistant District Manager and eight years’ experience with facilities and ground maintenance in Outdoor Recreation or a related field.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
At the time of appointment, must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate., possess a valid driver’s license and hoisting engineer’s license.

Nice To Haves

Preferred strong & competent interpersonal skills; able to perform effectively and safely in a rapidly changing environment; aptitude to understand and carry out operational and maintenance polices and procedures successfully; competence in maintenance skills and the operation of a variety of tools and equipment, understanding the importance of and demonstrating the ability to perform good customer service and to manage user conflicts and issues.

Responsibilities

Within the Department of Environmental Management’s State Parks Division, to be responsible for the supervision of the administration, operation and maintenance of large state parks, roadside rest areas, docking facilities, historical sites, public bathing areas, bike paths, campgrounds and other outdoor recreational facilities within a defined district in the State Parks portfolio; to participate in recreational facilities development programs; to supervise the administrative activities of the district.
To be responsible for the supervision of the administration, operation and maintenance of state parks, roadside rest areas, docking facilities, historical sites, public bathing areas, bike paths, campgrounds, and other recreational facilities within a district.
To participate in recreational facilities development programs.
To oversee the operation of fishing, camping, swimming, boating, picnicking, and other recreational activities in the aforementioned areas and locations.
To issue and assign reservations and to check authorizations of issued reservations for the use of campgrounds and park facilities.
To oversee and participate in the collection of fees for camping, beach parking, or picnic reservations.
To perform maintenance activities such as cleaning and repairing buildings, maintaining playgrounds, campgrounds, picnic sites, beaches, roads, and trails, including repairing fences or walls.
To cut weeds and grass, trim trees, and shrubbery.
To repair tables, benches, and fireplaces.
To repair and maintain small engines, equipment.
To maintain clean and accessible sanitary facilities.
To monitor compliance with state rules and regulations for the safety and protection of park visitors.
To perform inspection duties to ensure that all physical facilities and equipment are always in good condition.
To administer, manage and supervise contracted services which involve the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, grounds and landscaping, food and sundry concessions, beach parking lot fee collection, parking administration, the online reservation contract for camping reservations, the campground or camp store management concession.
To coordinate the work of personnel and equipment needed in carrying out the above programs.
To coordinate and supervise the work of personnel in the maintenance and care of coastal zones, while adhering to Regulations of the Coastal Resource Management Council.
To supervise the application of pesticides used in the maintenance and propagation of golf course greens, trees, shrubbery, and ornamental plantings.
To be responsible for the maintenance of all buildings, sanitary facilities, drinking water supplies and other recreational facilities within the region.
To coordinate and supervise the work of personnel in the maintenance and care of a public drinking water system, while adhering to RI Department of Health rules and regulations pertaining to public drinking water, wells, and sanitation systems.
To supervise the work of personnel in the maintenance and care of sewer pump stations.
To monitor the operation of contracted vendors doing business within state facilities.
To evaluate current physical and recreational facilities and activities, and to make recommendations for their improvement.
To ensure that safety regulations are adhered to and that proper safety equipment is employed.
To record and enter full–time and seasonal employees hours worked in the State’s online system and keep relevant records.
To seek, conduct interviews and hire seasonal employees using the State’s online system, and evaluate the same employees at the conclusion of their employment, creating and retaining relevant records.
To organize, meet wit and obtain quotes for professional services and create and maintain relevant documents.
To supervise the administrative activities of the region including contract administration, purchasing requisitions, inventories, revenue deposits and personnel activity reports.
To manage patron events of a personal or professional nature with the State’s online system for Special Use Permitting.
To assist in the preparation of capital development projects.
To conduct in-service training and safety programs for district personnel, and to enforce administrative directives, personnel rules, and regulations.
To represent the Division and provide a public relations liaison function with citizens and governmental organizations within the assigned district.
To do related work as required.

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees.
Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit.
Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system.
At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.

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