Introduction
The centerpiece of Killens Pond State Park conveniently located in central Delaware is the 66-acre millpond which was established in the late 1700s.
Click here for more information about Killens Pond State Park.
Summary Statement
This position is responsible for assisting in the management of Killens Pond State Park. This includes but not limited to the day-to-day planning and implementation of park and staff activities maintenance scheduling visitor programs recreational events services and fiscal administration. This position also takes a lead role in managing the Water Park.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Interprets and applies park rules and regulations and works with Department law enforcement to ensure safety and security of park visitors.
- Oversees revenue collection recording and deposit. Prepares grant requests and manages budget for special facilities.
- Plans and coordinates maintenance visitor programs and services and fiscal administration to ensure all areas and facilities are functioning according to established standards.
- Develops and conducts interpretive/environmental education programs and recreational events.
- Assists park visitors and the public by providing information first aid/emergency care and attention to concerns that may occur within or proximate to the park boundaries.
- Assigns projects reviews progress and coordinates staff activities to ensure visitor safety and satisfaction and accomplishment of park objectives.
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships with adjacent landowners park volunteers contractors vendors community groups and park benefactors.
- Ensures public safety through regular inspection of park facilities and grounds and review of park law enforcement activity.
- Maintains and compiles fiscal and narrative records and reports.
- May schedule assign and review the work of full time and seasonal park staff.
- Uses automated information systems and computer software to research review analyze document and report on relevant park information.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Park Superintendent I
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months experience working in natural resources parks historic sites or recreation.
- Knowledge of managing diverse activities in support of operational project or program services.
- Knowledge of planning developing and implementing educational or recreational programs or special events.
- Knowledge of staff supervisionacquired through course work academic training training provided through an employer or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning assigning reviewing and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional technical and clerical employees.
Additional Posting Information
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid drivers license (not suspended revoked or cancelled or disqualified from driving).
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab at .
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling or by visiting.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support you may call or email .
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
IntroductionThe centerpiece of Killens Pond State Park conveniently located in central Delaware is the 66-acre millpond which was established in the late 1700s.Click here for more information about Killens Pond State Park.Summary Statement This position is responsible for assisting in the managem...
Introduction
The centerpiece of Killens Pond State Park conveniently located in central Delaware is the 66-acre millpond which was established in the late 1700s.
Click here for more information about Killens Pond State Park.
Summary Statement
This position is responsible for assisting in the management of Killens Pond State Park. This includes but not limited to the day-to-day planning and implementation of park and staff activities maintenance scheduling visitor programs recreational events services and fiscal administration. This position also takes a lead role in managing the Water Park.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Interprets and applies park rules and regulations and works with Department law enforcement to ensure safety and security of park visitors.
- Oversees revenue collection recording and deposit. Prepares grant requests and manages budget for special facilities.
- Plans and coordinates maintenance visitor programs and services and fiscal administration to ensure all areas and facilities are functioning according to established standards.
- Develops and conducts interpretive/environmental education programs and recreational events.
- Assists park visitors and the public by providing information first aid/emergency care and attention to concerns that may occur within or proximate to the park boundaries.
- Assigns projects reviews progress and coordinates staff activities to ensure visitor safety and satisfaction and accomplishment of park objectives.
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships with adjacent landowners park volunteers contractors vendors community groups and park benefactors.
- Ensures public safety through regular inspection of park facilities and grounds and review of park law enforcement activity.
- Maintains and compiles fiscal and narrative records and reports.
- May schedule assign and review the work of full time and seasonal park staff.
- Uses automated information systems and computer software to research review analyze document and report on relevant park information.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Park Superintendent I
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months experience working in natural resources parks historic sites or recreation.
- Knowledge of managing diverse activities in support of operational project or program services.
- Knowledge of planning developing and implementing educational or recreational programs or special events.
- Knowledge of staff supervisionacquired through course work academic training training provided through an employer or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning assigning reviewing and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional technical and clerical employees.
Additional Posting Information
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid drivers license (not suspended revoked or cancelled or disqualified from driving).
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab at .
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling or by visiting.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support you may call or email .
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
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