Volunteer & Resource Coordinator

Virginia State Parks; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking and admission to all VA‑P

Overnight stay discounts for staff (6+

Free camping outside Memorial Day–Lab

Free Sunday–Thursday camping during M‑

Job summary

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring a Volunteer and Resource Specialist for Seven Bends State Park. The role focuses on supervising volunteers and staff, coordinating resource management activities, and supporting park leadership in project execution.

Minimum qualifications include knowledge of resource management, plant identification, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of resource management issues, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of regional tree/non-woody plant species and ecosystems; tree and plant identification skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver’s license required
• Virginia Registered Technician Certification (pesticide) License or ability to obtain within 6 months
• DCR Sawyer Apprentice qualification or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Experience using GIS software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist park leadership
• Supervise seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers in resource management activities including invasive species treatment, prescribed burns, trail work, GIS data collection and management, boundary marking, plant and wildlife surveys, habitat restoration, operating and maintaining equipment.
• Will provide park-wide GIS data management and mapping support
• Work outdoors in varied weather conditions and terrain
• Maintain the volunteer database, post opportunities, and distribute a volunteer newsletter
• Organize projects and coordinate special events

Skills

Resource management knowledge

Tree and plant identification

Independent and team work

Written and oral communication

Driver's license

Virginia Registered Technician (pestic

Education

Virginia Registered Technician Certification (pesticide) license

DCR Sawyer Apprentice qualification

NWCG FFT2 certification

Parks and recreation/public administration background

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring a Volunteer and Resource Specialist for Seven Bends State Park. The role focuses on supervising volunteers and staff, coordinating resource management activities, and supporting park leadership in project execution.

Minimum qualifications include knowledge of resource management, plant identification, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.