Park Assistant Manager

State of Louisiana; Chatham (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Office ofState Parks (OSP) in Louisiana seeks a primary assistant to the Park Manager at Jimmie Davis State Park, Chatham. The role covers site operations, budgeting, personnel, and visitor services with a focus on safety and program delivery.

Open to probationary, promotion, or detail to special duty appointments. Work schedule is 40 hours/week on a rotating basis, including holidays/weekends. Travel within the park and to other sites may be required; a state vehicle is provided on duty.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in operation, administration, or maintenance of parks or historic sites.
• Three years of experience in law enforcement, interpretive services, mobile equipment operation, building construction or maintenance.
• Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the maintenance, operation, and upkeep of park facilities and grounds.
• Plan, approve, and promote park programs, special events, and community activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of park facilities, playgrounds, and recreational areas to ensure safety and compliance.
• Manage site expenditures and assist in preparing and administering the park's operating budget.
• Oversee the collection, reconciliation, and deposit of revenue generated through park admissions, camping, and other fees.
• Prepare fiscal, revenue, visitation, and operational reports to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate major maintenance, construction, and capital improvement projects with Resource Development staff, contractors, and other agency personnel.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and community partners to promote public safety, prevent vandalism, and enhance the visitor experience.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with neighborhood organizations, community groups, and external agencies as the park's representative.
• Develop project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents for park improvements and equipment purchases.
• Schedule work assignments, establish priorities, and provide day-to-day leadership and direction to park staff.
• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and complete performance management documentation.
• Identify employee training and professional development needs to build a skilled and effective team.

Skills

Park operations

Administration

Maintenance

Job description

The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.

This position is located at Jimmie Davis State Park in Chatham, LA. The purpose of this position is to serve as the primary assistant to the Park Manager in the management and administration of the site's operations, fiscal management, personnel, maintenance, customer service, interpretive, and facility management activities.

• Three years of experience in the operation, administration, or maintenance of parks, outdoor recreation, or historic sites; or in parks or conservation work;
• Three years of experience in law enforcement, interpretive services, mobile equipment operation, building construction or maintenance.
• Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Assist in overseeing the maintenance, operation, and upkeep of park facilities and grounds.
• Plan, approve, and promote park programs, special events, and community activities.
• Conduct routine inspections of park facilities, playgrounds, and recreational areas to ensure safety and compliance.
• Manage site expenditures and assist in preparing and administering the park's operating budget.
• Oversee the collection, reconciliation, and deposit of revenue generated through park admissions, camping, and other fees.
• Prepare fiscal, revenue, visitation, and operational reports to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate major maintenance, construction, and capital improvement projects with Resource Development staff, contractors, and other agency personnel.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and community partners to promote public safety, prevent vandalism, and enhance the visitor experience.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with neighborhood organizations, community groups, and external agencies as the park's representative.
• Develop project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents for park improvements and equipment purchases.
• Schedule work assignments, establish priorities, and provide day-to-day leadership and direction to park staff.
• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and complete performance management documentation.
• Identify employee training and professional development needs to build a skilled and effective team.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Jimmie Davis State Park in Chatham, LA

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty

Work Schedule: State Parks are open 365 days a year. Position will work a rotating schedule of 40 hours/week, which can include holidays and/or weekends as needed, to ensure coverage at the park.

Travel: Position requires driving around the park as part of the daily shift. Travel may be required to other state parks to assist in staffing or events, as needed. A state vehicle is available for employee use while on duty.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Melissa Thibodaux
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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