STATE PARK MANAGER (DEM)

State of careers Rhode Island•Leonard Farm, MD

11d•$65,836 - $76,037•Onsite

About The Position

As a working supervisor, this position is responsible for the supervision, operation, and maintenance of a major state park or group of smaller state parks, or a group of roadside rest areas, bike paths, docking facilities, historical sites, public bathing areas, and other recreational facilities. The role involves supervising staff who operate and maintain these facilities and participating in a recreational facilities development program. The position works under general supervision and is reviewed for results obtained and conformance with directives and divisional policies. The role also involves planning, organizing, coordinating, and supervising the work of assigned State Parks personnel.

Requirements

Graduation from a high school.
Employment in a responsible position involving the operation and maintenance of physical and recreational facilities of a public park, including supervision of the work of others engaged in such work, and two years as a Natural Resources Operations Technician I.
A working knowledge of the methods and practices used in the restoration development, operation, maintenance and development of physical and recreational park and campground facilities.
The ability to supervise and review the work of a staff engaged in performing duties related to such functions.
The ability to evaluate current facilities and to make recommendations for their improvement or expansion.
A working knowledge of Coastal Zone Management, RI Department of Health Regulations governing the operation and maintenance of recreational facilities, State Water Laws, Beach Regulations, and Lifeguard Certification Requirements.
The ability to assist in a recreational facilities development program.
The ability to assist in safety regulation enforcement as well as the effective and proper use of recreational equipment related thereto.
The ability to collect pertinent data and information for preparation of reports by superior (s).
The ability to utilize and operate computer systems specifically designed for park management use.
Possess a Pesticide Applicator’s License at the time of appointment.
Possess a valid Rhode Island Driver’s License at the time of appointment.
Possess a Hoisting engineers license at the time of appointment.
Maintain all required licenses as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Supervising, operating, and maintaining a major state park or group of smaller state parks or group of roadside rest areas, bike paths, docking facilities, historical sites, public bathing areas and other recreational facilities.
Supervising staff operating and maintaining the physical and recreational facilities of such areas.
Participating in a recreational facilities development program.
Performing duties involved in the operation of sporting, fishing, golfing, skiing, swimming, boating, picnicking and other recreational activities.
Issuing permits and checking authorization of issued permits for the use of park facilities.
Selling tickets and collecting fees.
Performing maintenance activities such as cleaning and repairing buildings; underground utilities, electric lines water lines and sewer line; maintaining playgrounds, campgrounds, golf courses, beaches, roads, trails; repairing fences or walls; cutting grass and removing weeds; containment of brush fires; trimming trees and shrubbery; repairing tables, benches, and fireplaces; repair and maintenance of small engine equipment, trucks and heavy equipment; and maintaining accessible sanitary facilities.
Performing policy and park regulation compliance duties for the safety and protection of park visitors.
Performing inspection duties to assure that all physical facilities and equipment are in good condition at all times.
Evaluating and being responsible for the maintenance of all physical and recreational facilities and activities and making recommendations for their improvement.
Overseeing the application of pesticides used in the maintenance and propagation of golf courses greens, trees, shrubbery, and ornamental plantings.
Ensuring that all applicable safety regulations are adhered to.
Determining that proper equipment is employed and maintained at all times.
Requisitioning supplies and equipment, collecting and accounting for fees, and preparing required reports.
Doing related work as required.