Regional Maintenance/Construction Supervisor III - DPR60032957

Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking a Maintenance/Construction Supervisor III to oversee district‑wide park maintenance, manage large projects, and ensure safety and compliance across sites. You will lead a team, coordinate with contractors, and drive capital improvement initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, construction management skills, and proficiency with budgeting and procurement.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and three years progressive experience in construction or facility maintenance, including two years supervisory.
• High school diploma or GED with five years progressive experience in facility maintenance or construction including journey level in at least three trades and two years supervisory.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage major maintenance, construction, renovation, demolition, and trail projects.
• Develop project specifications, drawings, and cost estimates; oversee bidding, contractor performance, inspections, invoicing, and closeout.
• Evaluate and prioritize project requests, track expenditures, and reallocate resources.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for park maintenance staff and superintendents.
• Act as the liaison among park staff, contractors, engineers, and agencies to coordinate activities and resolve issues.
• Support natural disaster recovery, coordinate documentation for federal reimbursement, assist with staff recruitment, and contribute to maintenance training.
• Assist with procurement, maintenance, allocation, and tracking of regional vehicles and supplies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Construction management

Budgeting

Recordkeeping

Microsoft Office

Scopes of work

Purchasing guidelines

Education

Assoc degree

High school diploma

Equiv edu/exp

Tools

CDL

CPR Certification

EMR Certification

FUNSAR Training

Chainsaw Ops (S-112)

Job description

Maintenance/Construction Supervisor III (S)

Position Number 60032957 Grade NC15

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

Love being outside and exploring some of North Carolina’s most beautiful places? Maybe you’d like working with NC State Parks and Recreation? The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic team member to fill our Regional Maintenance/Construction Supervisor position. This position oversees and coordinate the district wide park maintenance program, providing technical expertise and hands‑on support for the maintenance, repair, and construction of park facilities. The position leads major maintenance, renovation, demolition, and trail projects. Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements; coordinates staff and resources; and supports project management, budgeting, recordkeeping, and capital improvement initiatives to maintain safe, functional, and well‑maintained park facilities and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage major maintenance, construction, renovation, demolition, and trail projects, ensuring timely completion and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Develop project specifications, drawings, and cost estimates; oversee bidding, contractor performance, inspections, invoicing, and project closeout in accordance with state requirements.
• Evaluate and prioritize project requests, recommend funding allocations, track expenditures, and reallocate resources to address emerging and emergency maintenance needs.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for park maintenance staff and superintendents, providing expertise in facility repairs, construction materials, maintenance standards, and procurement procedures.
• Act as the primary liaison among park staff, contractors, architects, engineers, and state, local, and federal agencies to coordinate project activities and resolve issues.
• Support natural disaster recovery efforts, coordinate documentation for federal reimbursement, assist with staff recruitment, and contribute to maintenance training and professional development.
• Assist with the procurement, maintenance, allocation, and tracking of regional vehicles, equipment, and supplies, while coordinating maintenance staff and supporting broader park operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in developing scopes of work for maintenance projects.
• Demonstrated experience record keeping pertaining to maintenance projects within the state park system.
• Demonstrated experience purchasing guidelines when it pertains to informal contracts.
• Demonstrated experience working with any of the following budget, travel reimbursement, and/or financial reports.
• Demonstrated work experience in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Position/Physical Requirements

Typical work schedule is Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M-5:00 P.M must be able to work evenings, holidays, and/or weekends when necessary. Must be able to perform work inside and outside in various environmental conditions with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation. Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. This Position is designated as Essential/Mandatory and is required to work adverse weather events and may be called to work special events. Within 12-24 months of hire date, must have the ability to obtain and maintain: Class A CDL CPR Certification Emergency Medical Responder Certification Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FUNSAR)Training Wildland Fire Suppression Certifications Certified in S-112 Chainsaw Operations Training - perform hazardous tree assessments and if necessary, tree removal within the park.

Location

This position is located at: Cliffs of the Neuse State Park 240 Park Entrance Road Seven Springs, NC 2857

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in construction management, air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology, industrial maintenance technology or mechanical engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution AND three (3) years of progressive experience in construction or facility maintenance including two (2) years of supervisory experience in construction, maintenance and/or repair of buildings and facilities.
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND five (5) years of progressive experience in facility maintenance or construction including journey level experience in at least three (3) building or mechanical trades including two (2) years of supervisory experience in construction, maintenance and/or repair of buildings and facilities.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Recruitment Range: $55,221.00 - $70,040.00

Sign‑on bonus of $1,800 is being offered for eligible candidates. Payout contingent on funding availability.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E‑Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time‑limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act. Employee eligible for a sign‑on must work at least 20 hours per week. All Sign‑on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign‑on Policy can be found here.