Parks Program Lead: Recreation, Events & Visitor Engagement

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Olive Hill (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives

Park familiarization visits

Training and career development

Deferred Compensation (401K)

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet, Kentucky Department of Parks, seeks a Parks Program Services Leader at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill to develop, organize, conduct, and promote recreational and interpretive programs for park visitors.

This full-time role offers outdoor work, hands-on event planning, and guidance to seasonal staff, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field required.
• Experience, training, or skills: NONE.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Related experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, conduct, and promote recreational and interpretive programs for park visitors.
• Assist with recreational programs and special events.
• Develop new activities and experiences for park guests.
• Conduct programs highlighting the park’s natural, cultural, and recreational features.
• Inspect recreational facilities and equipment for cleanliness and safety.
• Assist with hiking trail inspections and maintenance.
• Create promotional materials, including flyers, brochures, and press releases.
• Maintain program, entertainment, and incident reports.
• Assist with interpretive displays and exhibits.
• Provide guidance to seasonal recreation employees.
• Interact regularly with visitors and program participants.

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet, Kentucky Department of Parks, seeks a Parks Program Services Leader at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill to develop, organize, conduct, and promote recreational and interpretive programs for park visitors.

This full-time role offers outdoor work, hands-on event planning, and guidance to seasonal staff, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.