Assistant Park Manager - Lake Anna State Park

Title: Assistant Park Manager - Lake Anna State Park

State Role Title: Natural Resource Spec III

Hiring Range: $50,000 - $70,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location: Lake Anna State Park

Agency Website: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

THE AGENCY
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is the state’s lead conservation agency and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water and safe infrastructure. We manage 43 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails … the list goes on.

If you’re someone who wants to love what you do, and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!

THE DIVISION
The Division of Virginia State Parks fulfills its mission “to conserve the natural, scenic, historic and cultural resources of the Commonwealth and provide recreational aVnd educational opportunities consistent with the good stewardship of these lands, waters and facilities that leaves them unimpaired for future generations” by operating a system of 43 state parks that encompass over 75,000 acres; over 1200 buildings, almost 1700 campsites; over 300 cabins; over 700 miles of trails; nearly 500 miles of shoreline; 36 lakes and ponds; 11 swimming beaches; 4 international dark sky sites, and offers over 20,000 educational programs and workshops each year.

Managed by a full time staff of 275 and a wage staff of 1000 during the prime season, Virginia’s award-winning state park system boasts an incredible and diverse array of natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources; including parks in the mountains; on the ocean; on the Chesapeake Bay; on 8 major rivers; on 4 major lakes; 4 rail trails; and 3 battlefield sites, and 32 sites listed on the National Historic Registry. It is our honor and privilege to play host to more than 8 million visitors annually and to offer recreational enjoyment that positively impacts local communities and the Commonwealth overall (to the tune of an economic impact that exceeds $324 million).

THE PARK
Lake Anna State Park has a beach on one of Virginia’s most popular lakes, a fishing pond accessible to children and the disabled, a bathhouse-concessions complex and a boat launch. Overnight stays are made possible by camping, six camping cabins, four yurts, two six-bedroom lodges and 10 two-bedroom cabins. Seven cabins and the lodges have views of the lake. With more than 15 miles of trails, the park offers many hiking, biking and horseback riding options. Visitor center exhibits trace the history of the area’s gold mining and highlight the park’s natural features. Nature and gold panning programs are popular, and the park offers guided tours of the Goodwin Gold Mine.

THE OPPORTUNITY
In this role, you will join a winning team and assist the Park Manager in the direction of personnel, expenditures, and operations for the general management of a major state park.

The Assistant Park Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operation of the park including but not limited to ensuring park staff adhere to park, division/agency policy; coordinating human resources functions including recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and managing employee performance; managing and tracking expenses; procuring materials/services; and assisting with the development of the annual park budget to include prioritizing projects and equipment replacement needs. This position will also be assisting with fixed assets accounting inventory, small value assets tracking, and monitoring revenue collection and procurement/purchasing procedures for assigned staff according to division and state policy.

Additionally, the Assistant Park Manager will be responsible for supervising and inspecting cyclical facilities/grounds/equipment maintenance tasks to ensure they are completed in compliance with OSHA, VDH, agency standards, or in compliance with other pertinent regulations; providing assistance with managing and maintaining cultural and natural resources of the park, and supervising and overseeing volunteer programs. In the absence of the Park Manager, the Assistant Park Manager has direct responsibility of ensuring and maintaining continuity of operations and adherence to the goals and objectives of the park and division.

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation offers paid leave; 12 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of personnel management/supervision to include providing staff training.
• Possess verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience performing duties related to revenue collection/reporting and financial/budget tracking.
• Experience managing/tracking sales; performing procurement transactions and credit card purchases; and coordinating inventory tracking and loss prevention management.
• Experience with cyclical/preventative maintenance planning.
Working knowledge of resource management techniques, procedures, and guidelines.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working on special events or assignments.
• Experience collaborating with government or non-profit groups in the field of natural resources, public health, public safety, or conservation.
• Virginia DPOR certification as a licensed waterworks operator (Class 4 or higher) or an equivalent certification in another state.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Position requires a criminal history background check. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license before hire. This position requires shift work, which includes weekends, evenings, holidays, and requirement to wear state-issued uniforms and equipment. Must obtain ServSafe certification within 12 months of employment and maintain certification while employed.

PARK HOUSING WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION. The following will apply:

In accordance with 10.1-109.B of the code of Virginia, this position is required to reside in Department-controlled housing for the purposes of providing security and operational efficiencies to the property of the Department. The incumbent must enter into a lease agreement and demonstrate possession of liability and personal property insurance.

A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

Employment in all positions within the Virginia State Parks is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check including a criminal history record check.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: hr@dcr.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.