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Position Number: ********
County: Chicot
Posting End Date: Until Filled
Anticipated Starting Salary: $45,010 - $51,762
Location: Lake Chicot State Park, Lake Village, AR
Position InformationGrade: GS08
Requisition: 42531
SummaryThis position is responsible for the total management and all operational aspects of a 211-acre Class III park with cabins, campsites, pavilions, a pool, Marina, and Visitor Center. The park superintendent is responsible for implementing department policy and manages all park operations, including maintenance, administration, guest services, and resource management. The superintendent is also responsible for overseeing capital improvements projects, supervising staff, and building relationships with the community. The park superintendent is responsible for a budget of over $1 million. A criminal background check and a driver's record check will be performed.
FunctionsSupervises a medium-sized staff of regular and seasonal, professional, technical, administrative support, and service workers by interviewing, recommending for hire, training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Oversees the operation of the facilities of the parks and may operate a boat rental facility, visitor information center, snack bar or other park facility. Prepares and manages a park budget, and monitors daily expenditures and the scheduling of work hours for regular and extra help employees to prevent overspending. Participates as part of a planning team to develop or expand programs and facilities, alter procedures, determine revenue sources and cost containment, and monitors operations, facilities, and programs to ensure that goals are met. Develops operating plans and schedules for year-round operations, including preventative and routine maintenance schedules, construction projects, and special events. Estimates materials, manpower, equipment, time, revenue and costs required to support operations. Assists Emergency Services section in scheduling and job assignments for law enforcement. Participates in or leads search and rescue teams to rescue climbers, stranded boaters, or lost visitors and administers emergency first aid to accident or illness victims. Compiles, prepares, or oversees the preparation and maintenance of records and reports, which may include financial records and reports, incident/accident reports, purchase requisitions/reports, and a variety of other reports as required. Interprets and monitors the maintenance or development of natural, cultural, and historic research sites to prevent disturbance of unique or endangered flora, fauna, and cultural remains. Makes public presentations regarding park facilities, operations, or special events to civic organizations, schools, and others to promote Arkansas State Parks. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsThe formal educational equivalent of a bachelor's degree in park administration, parks and recreation management, natural science, recreation administration, or a related field; plus three years of experience in park management, including two years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement pension. Housing and utilities are provided.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
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