Chief Ranger, Visitor Experience & Programs

Virginia-Department-of-Conservation-and-Recreation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking and admission to all VA. 

Overnight stay discounts for staff (6+

Free camping outside peak season

Cabin discounts (up to 50% off)

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking a Chief Ranger for Visitor Experience at Mason Neck State Park. This role supports park management by directing and supervising park operations and performing administrative duties as assigned.

Primary duties include overseeing visitor services, developing interpretive and environmental education programs for schools and tours, and managing a volunteer program and events.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience managing natural, historic, and cultural resources.
• Experience with budget planning/tracking.
• Familiar with planning and conducting programs and events.
• Experience marketing, advertising, and promoting programs and special events.
• Supervisory experience including training, supervising, and evaluating staff performance.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing visitor services; interpretive and environmental education programming for school and tour groups, along with theme-based programs about cultural heritage, history, science, and the environment.
• Management of volunteer program and special events
• Handling administrative functions, including reporting, budget tracking, and program tracking.
• Manage recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and employee performance within the interpretive department.

Skills

Budget planning

Program management

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Event planning

Job description

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking a Chief Ranger for Visitor Experience at Mason Neck State Park. This role supports park management by directing and supervising park operations and performing administrative duties as assigned.

Primary duties include overseeing visitor services, developing interpretive and environmental education programs for schools and tours, and managing a volunteer program and events.