Salary: $2,294.48 - $2,340.37 semi-monthly *Salary may be commensurate of education and/or experience

Job Location: This position is with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, and will be located at Roaring River State Park (12716 FR 2239 Cassville, MO 65625) and Big Sugar Creek State Park (Pineville, MO). Schedule will be 40 hours a week (Five 8 hour days per week with ½ hour lunch break). Work shifts will vary during the on season (March through October) and will require working evenings and weekends. During the off season (November through February) work shifts will be 8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m. with some weekends required.

Why you’ll love this position:

We are looking for people to join our team who love nature and want to care for Missouri’s outstanding natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy! Roaring River State Park and Big Sugar Creek State Park offer beautiful Ozark landscape and have nearly 7,000 total acres. Roaring River State Park offers a wide variety of experiences through the operation of day-use park setting, trails, camping, swimming, fishing, and a diverse cultural history. Roaring River is one of three trout parks in Missouri and is known for its cave spring, which pumps out 20 million gallons of 55 degree spring water daily. The mission of the park system is to preserve and interpret the states most outstanding natural landscapes and cultural landmarks and provide outstanding recreational opportunities compatible with those resources.

What you’ll do:

• Assist in directing the overall operation and maintenance of Roaring River and Big Sugar Creek State Park, including campgrounds, day use areas, trail network, small maintenance and repair projects, visitor service functions, and organized group camps.
• Oversee the work and behavior of various seasonal, volunteer, and full-time staff, and mentoring and coaching staff as well.
• Participate in planning and directing natural and/or cultural history interpretation, resource management, and research for Roaring River and Big Sugar Creek State Parks.
• Planning and coordinating special events, group outings, and special program requests with a variety of stakeholders.
• Assist in resource stewardship activities.
• Ability to develop budget and project recommendations and perform administrative functions including revenue and procurement.
• Respond to medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, personal injuries, disturbances, natural disasters, and any other significant events within the park.
• Act in the absence of the Park Superintendent and independently make sound decisions and direct staff as needed.
• Successfully train park staff and volunteers in the RS2 computer system, park rules and regulations, as well as camping business rules.
• Conduct weekly playground inspections and keep signed inspection forms accessible at the park office.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which can include: Park Management, Parks and Recreation, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Botany, Biology, Natural Sciences, Business of Public Administration or related field AND Four or more years of supervision and participation in interpretation, preservation, protection, maintenance and enhancement of state parks and historic sites or closely related field (substitutions may be allowed)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate a vehicle and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license
• Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, special events, evenings, and split shifts. Must work weekends during on-season (March through October)
• Available to participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars requiring some overnight stays
• Must be able to walk long distances on uneven terrain in all kinds of weather and environmental conditions and have the ability to lift 25 pounds
• Must pass S-190 Wildland Fire Training within six months of hire
• Ability to operate and use computers; familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Training, certification, and/or education in continuous process improvement programs such as Lean Six Sigma as well as completion of Missouri Way, Leadership Academy, and similar programs is preferred.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Carl Bonnell, 417-230-9070 or carl.bonnell@dnr.mo.gov

or

Amy Richards (DNR Recruiter), (573)-526-1640 or amy.richards@dnr.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.