APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$54,204.48 to
$81,139.68
PAY GRADE: 39
The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. Generally, salaries start at the lowest level of a step 1 and increase with each year of service to the highest level of a step 10.
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur
in this geographical location.
Applications accepted
until recruitment needs are satisfied
** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
The Position
Incumbents function as managers who train, supervise and evaluate the performance of subordinate supervisors; develop policies and procedures; and allocate staff and resources to accomplish goals and objectives.
The incumbent in this position is responsible for overseeing, under the supervision of the, Deputy Administrator, the day to day operation of state parks & programs within the Southern Region of the Nevada Division of State Parks. Duties include developing and overseeing employee recruitment, retention and training, budget administration, overseeing park operation, resource management, developing and updating park operational plans, maintenance, interpretation, visitor safety and concession/contracts oversight. The following parks are within the oversight of the Southern Region: Valley of Fire State Park, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area, Beaver Dam State Park, Cathedral Gorge State Park, Echo Canyon State Park, Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site, Kershaw-Ryan State Park and Spring Valley State Park.
The incumbent is responsible to ensure that all laws, regulations, policies and procedures are followed throughout the region. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for mentoring region employees, evaluating performance, carrying out inspections and remaining current on proper recreation, resource and business management practices. It is imperative the incumbent communicates effectively and openly and acts as a liaison between the parks, the division and department administration.
The incumbent must understand and be capable of administering budgets to ensure that state funds are effectively utilized and accounted for. The incumbent must understand and be able to work within state government parameters. It is also necessary to establish a system for measuring the value of current and proposed programs, effectively justify the need for budget increases. Further, the incumbent is expected to fully understand the operational needs of each park within the region and to maximize effectiveness of park interpretation, customer service, maintenance and overall operation.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, park interpretation, outdoor recreation management, natural science, business administration or related field and three years of experience in managing the personnel, budget and resources of a complex park, public entity, or business with multiple, diversified facilities, activities, and services offered. Management experience must have included developing and monitoring budgets, supervising facility maintenance, maintaining security of establishments and facilities, and providing various services to the public; OR two years of experience as a Park Supervisor III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of
appointment and for continuing employment.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Applicant is required to submit to a background check prior to appointment.
A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
This position is subject to call-out, shift work including evenings, weekends and holidays, and travel throughout the State as required.
As part of the selection process, the Division of State Parks requires a comprehensive background investigation which will include a urinalysis, polygraph and a psychological examination.
The Examination
If there are five or fewer qualified applicants, the exam will consist of an application evaluation. (This statement does not apply for Until Recruitment Needs are Satisfied (URS) announcements).
PARKS REGIONAL MANAGER - NON COMMISSIONED (01.907) Training and Experience Exam
The exam will consist of a rating of training and experience weighted 100%. It is essential that applications include extensively detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. Your score will be based on the information provided in your application and your responses to the questions asked below. If there are several parts to a question, answer each part separately. Along with each answer, identify the position(s) and/or training (as described in your application) where you gained the background asked for in the question. Absence of experience/training asked for in a question is not necessarily disqualifying. Failure to answer the questions will result in a score based solely on the application.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview.
1) Describe your experience managing through subordinate professional-level supervisors.
2) Describe your management experience in a park environment.
3) Describe your experience in handling major responsibilities for the management of business operations of a large entity.
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Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to:
Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868
Division of Human Resource Management Southern Nevada 7251 Amigo St, Suite 120 Las Vegas, NV 89119
TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
