Park Operations Leader in Training

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Prospect (Butler County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources seeks a Park Manager Trainee in Prospect, PA. In this hands-on role you will learn daily park operations, supervision, and planning under experienced managers to prepare for future leadership.

You will gain experience in staff supervision, budgeting, public interaction, resource stewardship, and facilities management while working a full-time schedule at state parks.

Qualifications

• Four years of paraprofessional or technical experience in a public park or recreation area.
• Two years of paraprofessional or technical experience with an associate degree in related fields; or a bachelor's degree in related fields.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training; applicants may qualify within 3 months of graduating.

Responsibilities

• Learn park supervision by guiding staff and reviewing performance.
• Assist with budget processes including preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures.
• Interact with the public, respond to visitor questions, and coordinate events with partners.
• Maintain park resources and ensure compliance with park rules and regulations.
• Support operational planning, schedules, and workflow; assist with maintenance and construction projects.

Skills

Park supervision

Budget processes

Public interaction

Resource stewardship

Facility maintenance

Operational planning

Education

Associate degree in parks and recreation or related field

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation or related field

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources seeks a Park Manager Trainee in Prospect, PA. In this hands-on role you will learn daily park operations, supervision, and planning under experienced managers to prepare for future leadership.

You will gain experience in staff supervision, budgeting, public interaction, resource stewardship, and facilities management while working a full-time schedule at state parks.