PARKS REGIONAL MANAGER - NON COMMISSIONED

Posting number: 2026-03448

Department: DCNR - PARKS DIVISION

Job classification: PARKS REGIONAL MANAGER - NON COMMISSIONED

Posting type: Open Competitive

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

This is a key leadership position based in Panaca, Nevada. This position oversees the operations of 10 State Parks located in Eastern Nevada. The incumbent is responsible for budget preparation and expenditure, maintenance, personnel, visitor services, planning and resource management. Frequent statewide travel for inspections, to provide assistance, and attend meetings is required. The incumbent provides resource management, recreation, public education and administrative expertise to ensure efficient management of multiple park operations, ecosystems and budget. Parks Regional Managers make decisions regarding resources, training, facility maintenance, equipment and materials. The position provides guidance and development to staff. The incumbent works with staff, other agencies and private groups to develop interpretive programming and activities that encourage greater participation by children and families. This position is subject to call-back, and will be required to work various hours and shifts including weekends and holidays and travel throughout the State as required. Park residency is not available at this location.

Parks Regional Managers (Non-Commissioned) plan, organize and manage the overall operation of the State parks within an assigned geographical region to provide for park operation, maintenance, interpretation, and visitor services and protection; ensure proper recreation management principles are utilized in the delivery of parks and recreation services and the operation of park resources and facilities in accordance with established guidelines.

Examples of duties

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 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 as described above.

Qualifications

Formulate, develop and implement policies and procedures for the region; develop long and short range goals and plans to meet objectives established by the division, department and the State; coordinate program activities with officials and representatives of federal, State and local agencies; conduct public hearings and represent the State at local and regional meetings.

Develop and administer the regional program budget; project fiscal needs and control expenditures; monitor and evaluate programs and conduct cost/benefit analyses; implement processes to ensure accurate accounting of user fees and equipment inventory; prepare justifications and financial and statistical reports; research and prepare biennial budget requests; oversee the region's data processing and risk management functions; review and approve expenditures.

Manage a variety of regional programs and projects to maintain and enhance park facilities, equipment and resources; manage equipment and property inventories; negotiate and administer contracts, concessions, leases and agreements; review plans and recommendations for renovations and construction of facilities; inspect and evaluate construction work; direct the development of the regional and park management plan.

Oversee the regional resource management program; coordinate with park supervisors to develop and maintain current resource management plans and ensure the professional management of all park natural and cultural resources.

Expand and oversee activities and special events and manage an on-going interpretive program; direct the region's public relations program to promote park activities and provide information to the public; investigate and resolve conflicts and issues related to park use and management.

Oversee the region's law enforcement program to ensure consistent and appropriate law enforcement at all parks within a region; plan operational strategies and assignments; provide for training opportunities as required by State law; supply equipment and resources; ensure that park resources, facilities, equipment, personnel and visitors are protected from misuse, misconduct and criminal activiti