Temp Superintendent I
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:
Louisville Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$19.987

Classification Salary Range:
$19.99 - $29.46

Job Posting:
JR2024-00005572 Temp Superintendent I (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:
DESCRIPTION: Join us at the forefront of creating unforgettable outdoor experiences while honing skills in park management. This role isn't just a job; it's a stepping-stone to a rewarding career connecting people to our recreational, natural, and cultural resources.

As a Temporary Superintendent I, you'll learn alongside our seasoned park management team, gaining hands-on experience in operational planning, personnel management, groundskeeping, facility maintenance, and more.

Highlights of this position include assisting with the wildly popular Floating Playground operations-an innovative and fun feature that offers a unique aquatic experience for park guests.

We're looking for candidates with a deep appreciation for natural and cultural resources, a passion for creating positive park experiences, flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn. Start your career in outdoor recreation management with Louisville SRA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: the principals and techniques of supervision; federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to park administration; the operation and maintenance of park facilities and equipment; procedures and techniques of maintenance and repair of building, facilities and equipment; various computer programs that can support assigned duty requirements.

Skills in: Communicating with individuals and groups to collect and relay information, or make work assignments; listening and understanding others; prioritizing workloads; public speaking, conflict resolution.

Ability to: Follow directions and assimilate information; plan, assign, supervise and evaluate the work of supervised staff; apply federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to park operations; interpret, apply and enforce park rules and regulations for visitors and staff; operate basic computer software and hardware.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in park/recreation management or a related field; (wildlife, fisheries, natural resources sciences, public administration, history, cultural resource preservation or interpretation, travel and tourism, and planning) AND one year related experience. Related coursework/training and/or experience in park/recreation management or related field may substitute for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Under administrative direction and oversight of the Park Superintendent III, will administer, manage, and supervise the maintenance, grounds keeping, horticultural, and hike/bike trails for Louisville State Recreation Area. Duties will include grounds keeping, cultural and natural resource management, trail maintenance, maintaining boat/river access sites, oversight of assigned victor activities. Assist in the hiring, training and supervision of a seasonal workforce for assigned areas of responsibility, insuring equal opportunity and labor law, and reporting compliance for all employees and volunteers supervised. Assist with Venture Park activities and features to include operation and procedural functions, performing preventive maintenance on equipment and features, assisting patrons with safety, education, comments and concerns., special events, operation and maintenance of overnight campgrounds, partner development, and park promotion. As assigned assist with facility and equipment maintenance, housekeeping, asset management, compliance mandates, visitor/employee protection and safety, enforcement activities and public relations tasks. Essential duties will be assisting in the Floating Playground operations and office management with work hours reflecting duties.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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