Environmental Project Manager, Visitor Center Operations

Environmental Project Manager-BCP Visitor Center Operations Manager; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County Natural Resources seeks a Visitor Center Operations Manager to open and operate the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center, planned to debut in 2028 on 96 acres. The role oversees facilities, exhibits, gift shop and staff, as well as contracts and daily operations to deliver high-quality, interpretive experiences in support of the Habitat Conservation Plan.

The successful candidate will lead long‑term site planning, coordinate with county divisions and external partners,

Qualifications

• Experience operating a visitor center of similar scale.
• Experience scoping and managing contracts.
• Ability to develop SOPs and policies for a visitor center.
• Supervise staff handling facilities, reservations, gift shop, and events.
• Experience reporting on metrics and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Performs as project manager for countywide programs and improvements.
• Supervises support staff; trains and orients.
• Provides environmental expertise for design, construction and maintenance.
• Monitors grant projects for compliance with funding regulations.
• Drafts project bid specifications and reviews plans.
• Interfaces with officials, staff and partners on environmental matters.
• Develops long-range plans for natural resources programs.

Skills

Visitor Center ops

Contract management

SOPs for VC

Staff supervision

Metrics reporting

Job description

Travis County Natural Resources seeks a Visitor Center Operations Manager to open and operate the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center, planned to debut in 2028 on 96 acres. The role oversees facilities, exhibits, gift shop and staff, as well as contracts and daily operations to deliver high-quality, interpretive experiences in support of the Habitat Conservation Plan.

The successful candidate will lead long‑term site planning, coordinate with county divisions and external partners,