PARK SUPERINTENDENT II
West Helena, AR, US, 72390
Park Superintendent II
Position #: 22076513
Salary: $40,340-$46,391
Grade: GS07
Requisition: 46469
Location: Delta Heritage Trail State Park, Barton, AR
Closing date: 1/31/2025
This position is responsible for the daily operations, administration, interpretation, public relations, and resource management of Delta Heritage Trail State Park. This park is an 84.5-mile rail-to-trail conversion through some of the most scenic and remote sections of the Mississippi River Delta. Trail construction is expected to be complete by 2026. The Park Superintendent is responsible for directing all daily maintenance and operations, assisting with construction management, and creating community connections. Duties include staff supervision, fiscal management, emergency response, overseeing a growing interpretive program, and ensuring proper implementation of department policies and procedures. Because this park covers a large geographical area (a 2-hour drive from one end to the other), this position is highly active and will be expected to traverse sections of the trail by vehicle, side-by-side, bicycle, or on foot daily.
A criminal background check and a valid driver’s license are required.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement. Housing and utilities are provided.
Applicants must meet the following qualifications: The formal educational equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in business, park management, hospitality management, or a related field; plus, two years of experience in park management, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applications accepted online only: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/
The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.
Position Information
Class Code: B071C
Grade: GS07
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $40,340.00 - $64,343.00
Summary
Functions
Supervises a small staff of regular and seasonal, professional, technical, administrative support, and service workers by interviewing, recommending for hire, training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Oversees the operation of the facilities of a small park or a specific portion of a large park such as a boat rental facility, visitor information center, snack bar or other park facility. Prepares and manages a park budget; monitors daily expenditures and the scheduling of work hours for regular and extra help employees to prevent overspending. Participates as part of a planning team to develop or expand programs and facilities, alter procedures, determine revenue sources and cost containment, and monitor operations, facilities, and programs to ensure that goals are met. Develops operating plans and schedules for year-round operations including preventative and routine maintenance schedules, construction projects, and special events, and estimates materials, manpower, equipment, time, revenue and costs required to support operations. Assist the Emergency Services section on schedules and job assignments for law enforcement. Participates in or leads search and rescue teams to rescue climbers, stranded boaters or lost visitors and administers emergency first aid to accident or illness victims. Compiles, prepares, or oversees the preparation and maintenance of records and reports which may include financial records and reports, incident/accident reports, purchase requisitions/reports and a variety of other reports as required. Interprets and monitors the maintenance or development of natural, cultural and historic research sites to prevent disturbance of unique or endangered flora, fauna, and cultural remains. Makes public presentations regarding park facilities, operations, or special events to civic organizations, schools, and others to promote Arkansas State Parks. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of state and federal laws governing park operations. Knowledge of public safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of state budgetary and accounting procedures. Ability to prepare, review and analyze financial data. Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and statements. Ability to organize and present oral and written reports of findings and recommendations. Ability to plan, organize and oversee the work of subordinates. Ability to manage the fiscal and administrative business of a recreational, cultural, or historical facility. Ability to operate light and heavy equipment, power hand tools and office equipment. Ability to communicate information and ideas to a diverse group of people.
Minimum Qualifications
Licenses
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
