Park Manager I

Park Manager I

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $27.99 - $45.50 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Tim Conyers 0
Application Deadline 8/5/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Park Manager I

Location: Echo State Park

2115 Echo Dam Rd

Coalville Utah 84017

Are you seeking an opportunity to work in the breathtaking surroundings of Utahs mountains in a place ripe for growth and new opportunities Look no further! Nestled within the beautiful Wasatch Back Echo State Park offers captivating scenery with picturesque views and dark night skies. Embrace this exciting opportunity to develop your management skills and lead the amazing team at Echo State Park.

Why you should join our team:

Utah State Parks are committed to creating a supportive an positive work environment that values the well-being of our team members. We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and will do our utmost to accommodate your personal needs while ensure that our team preforms at a high level and provides exceptional customer service. We believe that respect dignity and empathy are key elements of a positive workplace culture and we strive to cultivate these values within our team. We are dedicated to creating a culture of mutual support open communication and continuous learning and we look forward to working with you to achieve our shared goals.

Qualifications

Minimum or day-one qualifications:

• Oversee general park operations including managing the park team developing and refining park operations.
• Assist in improving visitor experiences.
• Work with community partners on events and projects.
• Oversee outside events and requests through Special Use Permits.
• Seek ways to increase park attendance.
• Assist with educational and interpretive programs.
• Help develop a strong can-do culture focused on improving the team at Echo State Park.
• Working outdoors in adverse conditions.
• Requires working weekends holidays and nights.
  
  

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• A focus on improving processes at the park and division levels.
• A team oriented mindset.
• Value empathy in problem solving with staff and customers.
• General maintenance best practices.
• The ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks at the same time.
• The ability to effectively supervise others and communicate work assignments to staff members.
• Must have basic computer skills and experience in MS Office and Google.
• Public communication skills and general experience in budgeting maintenance interpretation resource management.
• Customer service relations.
• Understanding State Park policy
• Strategic Planning and goal setting
• Active leadership skills and experience.
• Driver license
• Must pass a background check.

Travel is required.
May be called out for emergency situations.
Possible on call status.

About the Role

Location
1594 West North Temple
Salt Lake City Utah 84116
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required
Schedule Code AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information: Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

Manager