Recreation Operations Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and Selective Requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list. The Department of Natural Resources encourages all applicants to upload a current resume and cover letter to their online application. The Iowa DNR is seeking a motivated individual to join our Parks, Forestry and Preserves Bureau as a Park Manager for Pine Lake and Union Grove State Parks.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in one of Iowa's premier outdoor recreation destinations. The successful candidate will enjoy a high degree of independence, the satisfaction of making a visible impact on park operations and natural resources, and the opportunity to contribute to the stewardship of public lands that are enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. Pine Lake State Park is situated in Central Iowa, an easy drive from I35, on the NE edge of the City of Eldora, Hardin County, Iowa.

Union Grove State Park is located roughly 4 miles South of Gladbrook off of 220th Street, Tama County, Iowa. Both parks include cabins, hiking trails, lakes, boat ramp/docks, a beach, campground, shelters, restrooms and play areas. The successful candidate will be required to live within 30 miles of Pine Lake State Park/Union Grove State Park as outlined in DNR Park Bureau policy.

As the Park Manager, you will assist the District Supervisor in the daily administration and operation of the park, including supervising park staff; recruiting, hiring, and training seasonal and temporary employees; managing contracts and procurement activities; overseeing budgets; preparing monthly financial reports; and maintaining accurate inventories of park property, supplies, tools, equipment, and other assets. Support the implementation of the park's resource management plan by planning, coordinating, and performing park maintenance, preventive maintenance, and construction projects. Conduct regular inspections of park facilities and amenities-including multi-use trails, natural areas, concession operations, playgrounds, boat ramps, and docks-to ensure visitor safety, accessibility compliance, operational functionality, and protection of natural resources.

Serve as a representative of the Department by participating in public outreach activities, responding to media inquiries, and promoting the state park system, recreational safety, and natural resource stewardship. Assist in the development and delivery of interpretive, educational, and volunteer programs, while fostering positive relationships with local agencies, community organizations, and stakeholder groups. Help ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for park visitors by providing information, maintaining order within public use areas, and enforcing applicable Iowa DNR Administrative Rules related to parks, boating, and fishing.

Participate in ongoing enforcement training to maintain proficiency in enforcement procedures and equipment, complete incident reports and citations accurately, and ensure law enforcement equipment is properly maintained and operational. Essential Functions Manages parks by applying technical knowledge and experience. Maintains power tools and equipment commonly used to maintain buildings and landscapes.

Applies knowledge of principles, theories and practices of parks and recreation and resource management to daily work. Performs work both in office environments and outdoors in a variety of extreme weather conditions. Trains other professional staff, technical workers, and volunteers to perform duties; develops and fosters teamwork.

Communicates verbally and in writing with DNR staff, management personnel, other state and federal agencies, groups with diverse audiences, other employees, and volunteers. Facilitate public meetings and presentations to diverse groups of stakeholders. Performs work independently with minimal supervision and achieves consistent results.

Ensures projects are organized, tracked and completed timely. Carries heavy loads (40 lbs.+) across great distances and operates a wide variety of motor vehicles. Uses PC-based software to complete work

Fiscal skills to administer budgets and track expenditures. Spreadsheet skills to create, modify and manipulate data. Critical Job Competencies Accountability, Integrity, High Productivity, Communication Skills, Project Management, Team Player, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Skills, Self-Management, Customer Focus, Project Management and Technical Skills (park management, mechanical) What You Get From Us: A competitive pay plan and rewarding work.

Insurance benefits that start the first of the month following 30 days of employment. (Premiums can start as low as $64/month for single and $210/month for family coverage). Separate vacation and sick leave accruals that start on the first day and can roll over annually.

Nine paid holidays/year. Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) retirement package with employer match. Optional deferred compensation (457/401A) plan with employer match.

Professional training opportunities. Family friendly and professional work environment. Employee Discount Programs (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling) The State's total compensation package features benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.

For a list of additional benefits, please visit the DAS website for more information. Comments Special requirements: 1.CDL (must obtain within first six months of hire) 2. Pesticide license (must obtain within 1 year of hire) 3

Maintain/Obtain valid Driver's license. (must obtain upon hire) 4. CPR/First Aide certification (must obtain within first six months of hire) 5.

Chain Saw Safety Certification (must obtain within first year of hire) 6. Defensive Tactics training (must obtain within first year of hire) The starting salary for new state (Executive Branch) employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Additional salary increases may occur after the first six months, and then annually (if applicable).

The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation. Visit the DAS website for more benefit information. Park Webpage Links: https://www.iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/all-parks/pine-lake-state-park and https://www.iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/all-parks/union-grove-state-park Ensure you are kept up-to-date of this position by checking your email regularly for emails from info@govermentjobs.com

This is a system generated email from the DAS application system and it may be sent directly to your Junk/Spam folder. DNR Application Tips For more information about DNR Employment Opportunities and position specific notices, please visit the DNR Employment website. The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov. Iowa DNR Mission To conserve and enhance our natural resources in cooperation with individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations. Selectives 914 Park and Recreation Management 6 months' experience, twelve semester hours, or a combination of both in the operation and/or maintenance of parks or park recreational services

May have commonly been served at a national, state, or county park level. OR 450 Natural Resources 6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in one or in a combination of more than one of the following: Ecology Environmental planning Soil conservation Biological sciences Waste water treatment Forestry Engineering related to natural resource areas (dams, sanitary engineers, etc.) Outdoor recreation planning Physical sciences River basin planning Geography Wildlife management Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in park and outdoor recreation, natural resource management, biological sciences, hospitality management, or public administration, and experience equal to one year of full-time work in park operations (may include experience as a park laborer, planner, manager, or ranger). 2) Five years of full-time work experience in park operations (may include experience as a park laborer, planner, manager, or ranger)

3) A total of five years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in park and outdoor recreation, natural resource management, biological sciences, hospitality management, or public administration field equals one year of full-time experience. 4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes three years of full time work as a Natural Resource Technician 1 or 2, Park Ranger, or Conservation Officer. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Additional Qualification Requirements Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain one or more of the following certificates, licenses, or endorsements: A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and endorsements Pesticide Applicator - by the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Certified Water and Wastewater system operator First Aide/CPR will be required within a specified period of time as determined by the appointing authority. O.C. spray, handcuffing, and defensive tactics training will be required within a specified period of time as determined by the appointing authority.