PARK MANAGER 3 - 64698
 State of Tennessee | |
 United States, Tennessee, Nashville | |
 Jan 22, 2025 | |
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Executive Service Park Manager 3 Department of Environment and Conservation Paris Landing State Park Paris, TN Closing Date: 02/10/2025 This is an on site position. For more information, visit the link below: Who we are and what we do: The Department of Environment and Conservation exists to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Tennessee and to be stewards of our natural environment. We foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our culture reflects the people we serve. Our Department is committed to providing a cleaner, safer environment that goes hand-in-hand with economic prosperity and increased quality of life in Tennessee. We deliver on our mission through managing regulatory programs that maintain standards for air, water and soil quality while providing assistance to businesses and communities in areas ranging from recreation to waste management. We manage the state park system and programs to inventory, interpret and protect Tennessee's rich natural, historical and archaeological heritage. From its beginning in 1937, Tennessee State Parks were established to protect and preserve the unique natural, cultural, and historic resources of Tennessee. The public interest has also been served by a variety of benefits for citizens and communities produced by our state park system, promoting stronger communities and healthier citizens across the state through diverse resource-based recreation while conserving the natural environment for today and tomorrow - preserving authentic Tennessee places and spaces for future generations to enjoy. As stewards of the resources in our parks, we seek to manage Tennessee's state parks in order to preserve and protect valued resources and to provide a balance of services and benefits for the enjoyment of the people. Job Overview: From its beginning in 1937, Tennessee State Parks were established to protect and preserve the unique natural, cultural, and historic resources of Tennessee. The public interest has also been served by a variety of benefits for citizens and communities produced by our state park system, promoting stronger communities and healthier citizens across the state through diverse resource-based recreation while conserving the natural environment for today and tomorrow - preserving authentic Tennessee places and spaces for future generations to enjoy. As stewards of the resources in our parks, we seek to manage Tennessee's state parks in order to preserve and protect valued resources and to provide a balance of services and benefits for the enjoyment of the people. Key Responsibilities: 1. Supervise a team of 20 full-time staff by preparing work schedules, work assignments, and administering the performance management cycle. 2. Serve as a Commissioned Officer providing and maintaining park safety and security including law enforcement, first responder, and basic first aid services. 3. Oversee the park's annual operating budget, all park operations, and visitor services. 4. Participate in the implementation and coordination of policies and methods for park operations. Study, review, and enforce state policies and guidelines at the park level. 5. Collaborate with local businesses, officials, and volunteers on community outreach initiatives to promote the park, strengthen community engagement, and support economic development. 6. Direct and implement natural and cultural resource management for the parks 1,126 acres. Minimum Qualifications: Educational requirements include having a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, Parks and Recreation Management or related fields. The candidate is required to be a State Commissioned officer recognized by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy or is willing to become commissioned. Required Experience: The position requires having excellent customer service skills, the ability to effectively interact with diverse guests, and a desire for strong community outreach. Preferred candidates will have previous experience in parks and recreation management work and natural or cultural resource management experience. Pursuant to the State of Tennessee's Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State's policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person's race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws. | |